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Spring Parade of HomesTwo four-day weekends April 24-27 May 1-4Parade Celebration Member Meeting May 13See pages 7-9
Platinum Sponsor
A magazine for HBA of F-M members | wwwhbafmcom | April 2014
Plains
Fargo
revises Flood- prooFing policy
page 16
2014 Plains Builder April2
HBA of F-M Staff
Home Builders Association of F-M1802 32nd Avenue SouthFargo ND 58103(701) 232-5846 bull (701) 280-1108 faxwwwhbafmcom bull infohbafmcom
BRYCE JOHNSON Executive Vice President JENNY ERICKSON Development amp Project CoordinatorKRISTA MUND Communications ManagerAMANDA OHLSEN Director of Accounting amp RecordsLINDSEY NOGOSEK Events CoordinatorALLISON WECKMAN Membership Coordinator
BRYCE JOHNSONPublisher
KRISTA MUND Editing Photography Design
The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 The Plains Builder is mailed or emailed to all members of the HBA of F-M
The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles
The subscription rate of $15 includes 12 issues This annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues
HBA of F-M Executive Committee amp Board of DirectorsCARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz Construction Inc(President and National Director)CLAY DIETRICH Dietrich Homes Inc(President Elect and National Director) TOM SPAETH Accent Contracting(Treasurer and National Director)TERRY LIPP Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting (Associate Vice President and National Director) ShowroomJOHN KOERSELMAN Red River Drywall amp Painting (Secretary) Services IncDARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc(Past President and National Director)DirectorsKEN ANDERSEN KWA Constructors IncSTAN BIRKY Stan Birky Construction IncDAWN CRUFF RHR Construction IncHARRY GILBERTSON Harry Gilbertson ConstructionPAUL KRABBENHOFT Coldwell Banker First RealtyDAN LINDQUIST (Life Director) Dan Lindquist Construction IncSYLVIA LUNSKI Design Direction IncNANCY MICHELSEN Vivid Interiors LLCDUSTIN MURRAY Dustin Murray ConstructionGARY ORTH Cornerstone Specialties IncTODD RASMUSSEN Valley LightsROBIN SWANSON Superior Insurance
Ex-officios to the board of directorsDON DABBERT JR Dabbert Custom Homes(Life Director)GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings Inc(Senior Life Director)JASON EID Eid-Co Buildings Inc(NDAB Past President)JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc(Life Director and NDAB State Representative)KEN KRAJSA Bell State Bank amp Trust(Life Director and NDAB Associate National Director) TYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes (National Director)JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction Inc(Life Director)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 3
Features7 Parade of Homes Celebration May 13
8 Spring Parade of Homes
10 Something revolutionary Marvin Interior Shade System
11 Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting
11 Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
15 Flood insurance bill passage a boost for housing
16 Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes and permit processing
17 HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
17 Leaders travel to St Paul
18 Golf Outing sponsorships available
18 HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
20 lsquoChillyrsquo Cook Off recap
23 Member of the Month Josh Amundson
23 Meet your HBA Board Gary Orth
26 RC Focus Joel Harms Stenerson Lumber
28 Home Builders Care Build with Habitat
In Every Issue
4 News Briefs
6 Local Presidentrsquos Report
11 Local Public Issues Report
12 NDAB State Association Report
14 BAM State Association Report
15 NAHB National Public Issues Report
24 Builder Member Feature
25 Industry Spotlight
26 Remodelers Council Report
28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report
36 Renewals
37 New Member Report
Interested In advertIsIngThe Plains Builder has ad options to fit every budget and marketing plan Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
On the COverAprilrsquos cover features a home built by 2012 Builder of the Year Dave Anderson Dave Anderson Construction Inc It is located in north Moorhead and was designed by owners Rachael and Jeff Boyer of The Brushrsquos End Painting CoPhoto credit Overflow Photo
2014 Plains Builder April4
news BrieFs
Hires amp Promotionsbull Bell State Bank amp Trust
promoted Casey Whipple to vice presidentcorrespondent credit manager Ryan Johnson and Gina Jaroszewski to personal banking officers
bull Cass County Electric Cooperative promoted Jodi Bullinger to manager of engineering and Troy Knutson to manager of technical services
bull Choice Financial promoted Eddie Sheeley to assistant vice presidentbusiness banking officer
bull Cornerstone Bank hired Trisha Christianson as executive assistant
bull Eide Bailly hired Candace Boyer Dyan Hoffman Cornell Hofer Paul Schulz and Trudy Wilmer
bull Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Melanie Maslo as ROSS Services Coordinator and Reed Sabbe as property manager for scattered-sites properties Fargo Housing also promoted Meliha Cavkusic to property manager for the Lashkowitz High Rise Randy Knutson to mechanical operations specialist for the high rises Kayla Evenson to office specialist-inspectionsreception Dan Vagle to building maintenance for the tax credit properties and Scott Wolsky to lead building maintenance for the tax credit properties
bull Fiebiger Swanson West amp Co hired Jennifer Nelson as an accounting technician at the Fargo location
bull First International Bank amp Trust hired Christina Graalum as a marketing assistant Joan Wrolstad as trust officer and Travis Thomas as a help desk technician and promoted Traci Wiebe to office status Graalum a graduate from MSUM majoring in business administration and marketing takes on the role of working to further marketing initiatives across the bankrsquos footprint
Graalum lives in Fargo with her husbandKrisWiebe has been with First International Bank amp Trust for over ten years She lives in Fargo with her husband Kevin
bull FM Title hired Dani Nagel as a closing officer and Traci Grundstrom in charge of post-closing activities at the firm
bull Gate City Bank promoted Carrie Lick to office manager Jay Krabbenhoft to senior vice president Jennifer Dirk Roseann Lund Sherri Smith and Kevin Warner to vice president and Stephanie Anton Brady Duffy Justin Dunn Amy Durbin Julie Lamb Lisa Liken Janet Mindt and Rae Ann Schaan to assistant vice presidents
bull Keller Williams Roers Realty hired Julie Breidenbach as a new agent
bull Park Co Realtors hired Mark Mills and Pam Midthune as sales associates
bull REMAX Legacy Realty hired Maria Miles Isaac Handegard and Kathy Adams as licensed real estate agents
bull TRN Abstract amp Title Fargo promoted Denise Graunke to closing manager and hired LeighAnn Knopp as senior closing agent Knopp has 11 years in the title insurance industry and is a licensed title insurance agent in both North Dakota and Minnesota
Knopp graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelorrsquos degree in marketing and management She currently lives in Fargo with her son
bull VISIONBank promoted Lyndee Evavold to senior real estate processer Kristi Kelley to audit and risk manager and Chantal Joyce to operations assistant
bull Western State Bank hired Kim Koenders as business banking assistant
Awards amp Accoladesbull American Federal Bank has
honored several Fargo-Moorhead area employees with Sale Star awards for their outstanding sales and sales referral performances in 2013
bull Nor-Son Inc received the Eagle Award from the Minnesota Associated Builders and Contractors for its renovation and repurposing of a 1950s-era school in Stanton ND
bull Prudential Premier Real Estate has awarded 31 of its real estate agents with Top of the Rock Club status
bull Kim Keller of Park Co Realtors received the Quality Service Certified Platinum award for the second year in a row
bull Realty Executives North Plains honors Gerry Gangnes Greg Baldwin and Mary Vigen as the yearrsquos top three individual producers It also named The Metro Team (Dan Madsen Doug Madsen and Lincoln Nybladh) The Dan Whitman team (Dan Whittman and Karen Radtke) and The Kopperud-Weishaar Team (Rolf Kopperud and Angie Weishaar) as the top three producing teams
bull Showplace Wood Products recenlty named Showplace Kitchens ND as ldquo Presidentrsquos Club Awardrdquo winner for exceptional cabinetry sales This is the seventh year they have been
Briefs continued on next page
Graalum Wiebe
Knopp
2014 Plains BuilderApril 5Briefs continued on page 30
recognized for this achievement which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide
ldquoWith the housing market continuing to improve Showplace has also continued to diversify moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens ND who are committed to being highly-trained and well-informedrdquo said Showplace President Paul Sova
Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1500
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationAdopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy
For $75 you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities
In addition to adopting a student Home Builders Care Foundation HBA of F-M and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas See page 33 for the form to adopt a student To download a student application visit wwwhbcfmcomHBA releases 2013 annual report year in review video
In case you missed the email notifying the membership the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video You can access both on the home page at wwwhbafmcomThank you Development Map deliver volunteers
The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time
news BrieFs
CHALLENGE
Guess whoEach month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member HBC trustee Health Plan trustee committee chairperson or staff member
Itrsquos your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846
The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder
Note Co-workers and relatives of the featured memberstaff person are not eligible to win
Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year
Hintsbull He grew up in Glydon Minn
bull He cheers for the Vikings Twins and Nuggets
bull He has four children ranging in age from 8-19
bull Visit him to ldquolight up your liferdquo
Briefs continued from previous page they took to deliver the 2014-2015 Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution
bull Josh Amundson FM Home amp Patio Inc
bull Stacey Herbel Gate City Bankbull Ashley Kimm Baker Nursery
Garden amp Giftbull Mandi Smith Stone Countertop
OutletNAHB offers new UPS program to members
UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages) or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location
Visit wwwsavewithupscomnahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you
In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds) freightLTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriersTake advantage of NAHB member discounts
National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
bull Associated Petroleum Products (APP)
bull Avis bull Budget Hewlett Packard bull Dell bull Endless Vacation Rentals bull General bull Hertz bull Liberty Mutualbull Lowersquos bull NAHB Career Center bull Office Depot bull Omaha Steaks bull TransFirst bull UPS bull Wyndham Hotel Group bull YRC FreightWhen working with these
companies remember to identify
yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount For more information visit wwwnahborgmaPlains Builder advertising space available
The HBArsquos monthly publication the Plains Builder is seen by over 15000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members local government officials as well as state and federal legislators This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationRemodelers Council Picnic May 16
The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo May 16 The picnic runs 11 am- 1pm The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council
The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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wwwfacebookcomParadeFM
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
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US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April2
HBA of F-M Staff
Home Builders Association of F-M1802 32nd Avenue SouthFargo ND 58103(701) 232-5846 bull (701) 280-1108 faxwwwhbafmcom bull infohbafmcom
BRYCE JOHNSON Executive Vice President JENNY ERICKSON Development amp Project CoordinatorKRISTA MUND Communications ManagerAMANDA OHLSEN Director of Accounting amp RecordsLINDSEY NOGOSEK Events CoordinatorALLISON WECKMAN Membership Coordinator
BRYCE JOHNSONPublisher
KRISTA MUND Editing Photography Design
The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 The Plains Builder is mailed or emailed to all members of the HBA of F-M
The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles
The subscription rate of $15 includes 12 issues This annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues
HBA of F-M Executive Committee amp Board of DirectorsCARLITA DIETZ Jay Dietz Construction Inc(President and National Director)CLAY DIETRICH Dietrich Homes Inc(President Elect and National Director) TOM SPAETH Accent Contracting(Treasurer and National Director)TERRY LIPP Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting (Associate Vice President and National Director) ShowroomJOHN KOERSELMAN Red River Drywall amp Painting (Secretary) Services IncDARRICK GUTHMILLER Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc(Past President and National Director)DirectorsKEN ANDERSEN KWA Constructors IncSTAN BIRKY Stan Birky Construction IncDAWN CRUFF RHR Construction IncHARRY GILBERTSON Harry Gilbertson ConstructionPAUL KRABBENHOFT Coldwell Banker First RealtyDAN LINDQUIST (Life Director) Dan Lindquist Construction IncSYLVIA LUNSKI Design Direction IncNANCY MICHELSEN Vivid Interiors LLCDUSTIN MURRAY Dustin Murray ConstructionGARY ORTH Cornerstone Specialties IncTODD RASMUSSEN Valley LightsROBIN SWANSON Superior Insurance
Ex-officios to the board of directorsDON DABBERT JR Dabbert Custom Homes(Life Director)GERALD EID Eid-Co Buildings Inc(Senior Life Director)JASON EID Eid-Co Buildings Inc(NDAB Past President)JOHN GUNKELMAN Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc(Life Director and NDAB State Representative)KEN KRAJSA Bell State Bank amp Trust(Life Director and NDAB Associate National Director) TYRONE LESLIE Heritage Homes (National Director)JOHN MAHAN Mahan Construction Inc(Life Director)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 3
Features7 Parade of Homes Celebration May 13
8 Spring Parade of Homes
10 Something revolutionary Marvin Interior Shade System
11 Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting
11 Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
15 Flood insurance bill passage a boost for housing
16 Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes and permit processing
17 HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
17 Leaders travel to St Paul
18 Golf Outing sponsorships available
18 HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
20 lsquoChillyrsquo Cook Off recap
23 Member of the Month Josh Amundson
23 Meet your HBA Board Gary Orth
26 RC Focus Joel Harms Stenerson Lumber
28 Home Builders Care Build with Habitat
In Every Issue
4 News Briefs
6 Local Presidentrsquos Report
11 Local Public Issues Report
12 NDAB State Association Report
14 BAM State Association Report
15 NAHB National Public Issues Report
24 Builder Member Feature
25 Industry Spotlight
26 Remodelers Council Report
28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report
36 Renewals
37 New Member Report
Interested In advertIsIngThe Plains Builder has ad options to fit every budget and marketing plan Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
On the COverAprilrsquos cover features a home built by 2012 Builder of the Year Dave Anderson Dave Anderson Construction Inc It is located in north Moorhead and was designed by owners Rachael and Jeff Boyer of The Brushrsquos End Painting CoPhoto credit Overflow Photo
2014 Plains Builder April4
news BrieFs
Hires amp Promotionsbull Bell State Bank amp Trust
promoted Casey Whipple to vice presidentcorrespondent credit manager Ryan Johnson and Gina Jaroszewski to personal banking officers
bull Cass County Electric Cooperative promoted Jodi Bullinger to manager of engineering and Troy Knutson to manager of technical services
bull Choice Financial promoted Eddie Sheeley to assistant vice presidentbusiness banking officer
bull Cornerstone Bank hired Trisha Christianson as executive assistant
bull Eide Bailly hired Candace Boyer Dyan Hoffman Cornell Hofer Paul Schulz and Trudy Wilmer
bull Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Melanie Maslo as ROSS Services Coordinator and Reed Sabbe as property manager for scattered-sites properties Fargo Housing also promoted Meliha Cavkusic to property manager for the Lashkowitz High Rise Randy Knutson to mechanical operations specialist for the high rises Kayla Evenson to office specialist-inspectionsreception Dan Vagle to building maintenance for the tax credit properties and Scott Wolsky to lead building maintenance for the tax credit properties
bull Fiebiger Swanson West amp Co hired Jennifer Nelson as an accounting technician at the Fargo location
bull First International Bank amp Trust hired Christina Graalum as a marketing assistant Joan Wrolstad as trust officer and Travis Thomas as a help desk technician and promoted Traci Wiebe to office status Graalum a graduate from MSUM majoring in business administration and marketing takes on the role of working to further marketing initiatives across the bankrsquos footprint
Graalum lives in Fargo with her husbandKrisWiebe has been with First International Bank amp Trust for over ten years She lives in Fargo with her husband Kevin
bull FM Title hired Dani Nagel as a closing officer and Traci Grundstrom in charge of post-closing activities at the firm
bull Gate City Bank promoted Carrie Lick to office manager Jay Krabbenhoft to senior vice president Jennifer Dirk Roseann Lund Sherri Smith and Kevin Warner to vice president and Stephanie Anton Brady Duffy Justin Dunn Amy Durbin Julie Lamb Lisa Liken Janet Mindt and Rae Ann Schaan to assistant vice presidents
bull Keller Williams Roers Realty hired Julie Breidenbach as a new agent
bull Park Co Realtors hired Mark Mills and Pam Midthune as sales associates
bull REMAX Legacy Realty hired Maria Miles Isaac Handegard and Kathy Adams as licensed real estate agents
bull TRN Abstract amp Title Fargo promoted Denise Graunke to closing manager and hired LeighAnn Knopp as senior closing agent Knopp has 11 years in the title insurance industry and is a licensed title insurance agent in both North Dakota and Minnesota
Knopp graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelorrsquos degree in marketing and management She currently lives in Fargo with her son
bull VISIONBank promoted Lyndee Evavold to senior real estate processer Kristi Kelley to audit and risk manager and Chantal Joyce to operations assistant
bull Western State Bank hired Kim Koenders as business banking assistant
Awards amp Accoladesbull American Federal Bank has
honored several Fargo-Moorhead area employees with Sale Star awards for their outstanding sales and sales referral performances in 2013
bull Nor-Son Inc received the Eagle Award from the Minnesota Associated Builders and Contractors for its renovation and repurposing of a 1950s-era school in Stanton ND
bull Prudential Premier Real Estate has awarded 31 of its real estate agents with Top of the Rock Club status
bull Kim Keller of Park Co Realtors received the Quality Service Certified Platinum award for the second year in a row
bull Realty Executives North Plains honors Gerry Gangnes Greg Baldwin and Mary Vigen as the yearrsquos top three individual producers It also named The Metro Team (Dan Madsen Doug Madsen and Lincoln Nybladh) The Dan Whitman team (Dan Whittman and Karen Radtke) and The Kopperud-Weishaar Team (Rolf Kopperud and Angie Weishaar) as the top three producing teams
bull Showplace Wood Products recenlty named Showplace Kitchens ND as ldquo Presidentrsquos Club Awardrdquo winner for exceptional cabinetry sales This is the seventh year they have been
Briefs continued on next page
Graalum Wiebe
Knopp
2014 Plains BuilderApril 5Briefs continued on page 30
recognized for this achievement which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide
ldquoWith the housing market continuing to improve Showplace has also continued to diversify moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens ND who are committed to being highly-trained and well-informedrdquo said Showplace President Paul Sova
Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1500
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationAdopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy
For $75 you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities
In addition to adopting a student Home Builders Care Foundation HBA of F-M and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas See page 33 for the form to adopt a student To download a student application visit wwwhbcfmcomHBA releases 2013 annual report year in review video
In case you missed the email notifying the membership the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video You can access both on the home page at wwwhbafmcomThank you Development Map deliver volunteers
The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time
news BrieFs
CHALLENGE
Guess whoEach month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member HBC trustee Health Plan trustee committee chairperson or staff member
Itrsquos your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846
The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder
Note Co-workers and relatives of the featured memberstaff person are not eligible to win
Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year
Hintsbull He grew up in Glydon Minn
bull He cheers for the Vikings Twins and Nuggets
bull He has four children ranging in age from 8-19
bull Visit him to ldquolight up your liferdquo
Briefs continued from previous page they took to deliver the 2014-2015 Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution
bull Josh Amundson FM Home amp Patio Inc
bull Stacey Herbel Gate City Bankbull Ashley Kimm Baker Nursery
Garden amp Giftbull Mandi Smith Stone Countertop
OutletNAHB offers new UPS program to members
UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages) or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location
Visit wwwsavewithupscomnahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you
In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds) freightLTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriersTake advantage of NAHB member discounts
National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
bull Associated Petroleum Products (APP)
bull Avis bull Budget Hewlett Packard bull Dell bull Endless Vacation Rentals bull General bull Hertz bull Liberty Mutualbull Lowersquos bull NAHB Career Center bull Office Depot bull Omaha Steaks bull TransFirst bull UPS bull Wyndham Hotel Group bull YRC FreightWhen working with these
companies remember to identify
yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount For more information visit wwwnahborgmaPlains Builder advertising space available
The HBArsquos monthly publication the Plains Builder is seen by over 15000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members local government officials as well as state and federal legislators This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationRemodelers Council Picnic May 16
The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo May 16 The picnic runs 11 am- 1pm The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council
The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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Building Materials
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Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
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US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 3
Features7 Parade of Homes Celebration May 13
8 Spring Parade of Homes
10 Something revolutionary Marvin Interior Shade System
11 Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting
11 Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
15 Flood insurance bill passage a boost for housing
16 Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes and permit processing
17 HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
17 Leaders travel to St Paul
18 Golf Outing sponsorships available
18 HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
20 lsquoChillyrsquo Cook Off recap
23 Member of the Month Josh Amundson
23 Meet your HBA Board Gary Orth
26 RC Focus Joel Harms Stenerson Lumber
28 Home Builders Care Build with Habitat
In Every Issue
4 News Briefs
6 Local Presidentrsquos Report
11 Local Public Issues Report
12 NDAB State Association Report
14 BAM State Association Report
15 NAHB National Public Issues Report
24 Builder Member Feature
25 Industry Spotlight
26 Remodelers Council Report
28 Home Builders Care Foundation Report
36 Renewals
37 New Member Report
Interested In advertIsIngThe Plains Builder has ad options to fit every budget and marketing plan Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
On the COverAprilrsquos cover features a home built by 2012 Builder of the Year Dave Anderson Dave Anderson Construction Inc It is located in north Moorhead and was designed by owners Rachael and Jeff Boyer of The Brushrsquos End Painting CoPhoto credit Overflow Photo
2014 Plains Builder April4
news BrieFs
Hires amp Promotionsbull Bell State Bank amp Trust
promoted Casey Whipple to vice presidentcorrespondent credit manager Ryan Johnson and Gina Jaroszewski to personal banking officers
bull Cass County Electric Cooperative promoted Jodi Bullinger to manager of engineering and Troy Knutson to manager of technical services
bull Choice Financial promoted Eddie Sheeley to assistant vice presidentbusiness banking officer
bull Cornerstone Bank hired Trisha Christianson as executive assistant
bull Eide Bailly hired Candace Boyer Dyan Hoffman Cornell Hofer Paul Schulz and Trudy Wilmer
bull Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Melanie Maslo as ROSS Services Coordinator and Reed Sabbe as property manager for scattered-sites properties Fargo Housing also promoted Meliha Cavkusic to property manager for the Lashkowitz High Rise Randy Knutson to mechanical operations specialist for the high rises Kayla Evenson to office specialist-inspectionsreception Dan Vagle to building maintenance for the tax credit properties and Scott Wolsky to lead building maintenance for the tax credit properties
bull Fiebiger Swanson West amp Co hired Jennifer Nelson as an accounting technician at the Fargo location
bull First International Bank amp Trust hired Christina Graalum as a marketing assistant Joan Wrolstad as trust officer and Travis Thomas as a help desk technician and promoted Traci Wiebe to office status Graalum a graduate from MSUM majoring in business administration and marketing takes on the role of working to further marketing initiatives across the bankrsquos footprint
Graalum lives in Fargo with her husbandKrisWiebe has been with First International Bank amp Trust for over ten years She lives in Fargo with her husband Kevin
bull FM Title hired Dani Nagel as a closing officer and Traci Grundstrom in charge of post-closing activities at the firm
bull Gate City Bank promoted Carrie Lick to office manager Jay Krabbenhoft to senior vice president Jennifer Dirk Roseann Lund Sherri Smith and Kevin Warner to vice president and Stephanie Anton Brady Duffy Justin Dunn Amy Durbin Julie Lamb Lisa Liken Janet Mindt and Rae Ann Schaan to assistant vice presidents
bull Keller Williams Roers Realty hired Julie Breidenbach as a new agent
bull Park Co Realtors hired Mark Mills and Pam Midthune as sales associates
bull REMAX Legacy Realty hired Maria Miles Isaac Handegard and Kathy Adams as licensed real estate agents
bull TRN Abstract amp Title Fargo promoted Denise Graunke to closing manager and hired LeighAnn Knopp as senior closing agent Knopp has 11 years in the title insurance industry and is a licensed title insurance agent in both North Dakota and Minnesota
Knopp graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelorrsquos degree in marketing and management She currently lives in Fargo with her son
bull VISIONBank promoted Lyndee Evavold to senior real estate processer Kristi Kelley to audit and risk manager and Chantal Joyce to operations assistant
bull Western State Bank hired Kim Koenders as business banking assistant
Awards amp Accoladesbull American Federal Bank has
honored several Fargo-Moorhead area employees with Sale Star awards for their outstanding sales and sales referral performances in 2013
bull Nor-Son Inc received the Eagle Award from the Minnesota Associated Builders and Contractors for its renovation and repurposing of a 1950s-era school in Stanton ND
bull Prudential Premier Real Estate has awarded 31 of its real estate agents with Top of the Rock Club status
bull Kim Keller of Park Co Realtors received the Quality Service Certified Platinum award for the second year in a row
bull Realty Executives North Plains honors Gerry Gangnes Greg Baldwin and Mary Vigen as the yearrsquos top three individual producers It also named The Metro Team (Dan Madsen Doug Madsen and Lincoln Nybladh) The Dan Whitman team (Dan Whittman and Karen Radtke) and The Kopperud-Weishaar Team (Rolf Kopperud and Angie Weishaar) as the top three producing teams
bull Showplace Wood Products recenlty named Showplace Kitchens ND as ldquo Presidentrsquos Club Awardrdquo winner for exceptional cabinetry sales This is the seventh year they have been
Briefs continued on next page
Graalum Wiebe
Knopp
2014 Plains BuilderApril 5Briefs continued on page 30
recognized for this achievement which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide
ldquoWith the housing market continuing to improve Showplace has also continued to diversify moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens ND who are committed to being highly-trained and well-informedrdquo said Showplace President Paul Sova
Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1500
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationAdopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy
For $75 you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities
In addition to adopting a student Home Builders Care Foundation HBA of F-M and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas See page 33 for the form to adopt a student To download a student application visit wwwhbcfmcomHBA releases 2013 annual report year in review video
In case you missed the email notifying the membership the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video You can access both on the home page at wwwhbafmcomThank you Development Map deliver volunteers
The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time
news BrieFs
CHALLENGE
Guess whoEach month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member HBC trustee Health Plan trustee committee chairperson or staff member
Itrsquos your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846
The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder
Note Co-workers and relatives of the featured memberstaff person are not eligible to win
Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year
Hintsbull He grew up in Glydon Minn
bull He cheers for the Vikings Twins and Nuggets
bull He has four children ranging in age from 8-19
bull Visit him to ldquolight up your liferdquo
Briefs continued from previous page they took to deliver the 2014-2015 Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution
bull Josh Amundson FM Home amp Patio Inc
bull Stacey Herbel Gate City Bankbull Ashley Kimm Baker Nursery
Garden amp Giftbull Mandi Smith Stone Countertop
OutletNAHB offers new UPS program to members
UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages) or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location
Visit wwwsavewithupscomnahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you
In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds) freightLTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriersTake advantage of NAHB member discounts
National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
bull Associated Petroleum Products (APP)
bull Avis bull Budget Hewlett Packard bull Dell bull Endless Vacation Rentals bull General bull Hertz bull Liberty Mutualbull Lowersquos bull NAHB Career Center bull Office Depot bull Omaha Steaks bull TransFirst bull UPS bull Wyndham Hotel Group bull YRC FreightWhen working with these
companies remember to identify
yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount For more information visit wwwnahborgmaPlains Builder advertising space available
The HBArsquos monthly publication the Plains Builder is seen by over 15000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members local government officials as well as state and federal legislators This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationRemodelers Council Picnic May 16
The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo May 16 The picnic runs 11 am- 1pm The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council
The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April4
news BrieFs
Hires amp Promotionsbull Bell State Bank amp Trust
promoted Casey Whipple to vice presidentcorrespondent credit manager Ryan Johnson and Gina Jaroszewski to personal banking officers
bull Cass County Electric Cooperative promoted Jodi Bullinger to manager of engineering and Troy Knutson to manager of technical services
bull Choice Financial promoted Eddie Sheeley to assistant vice presidentbusiness banking officer
bull Cornerstone Bank hired Trisha Christianson as executive assistant
bull Eide Bailly hired Candace Boyer Dyan Hoffman Cornell Hofer Paul Schulz and Trudy Wilmer
bull Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority hired Melanie Maslo as ROSS Services Coordinator and Reed Sabbe as property manager for scattered-sites properties Fargo Housing also promoted Meliha Cavkusic to property manager for the Lashkowitz High Rise Randy Knutson to mechanical operations specialist for the high rises Kayla Evenson to office specialist-inspectionsreception Dan Vagle to building maintenance for the tax credit properties and Scott Wolsky to lead building maintenance for the tax credit properties
bull Fiebiger Swanson West amp Co hired Jennifer Nelson as an accounting technician at the Fargo location
bull First International Bank amp Trust hired Christina Graalum as a marketing assistant Joan Wrolstad as trust officer and Travis Thomas as a help desk technician and promoted Traci Wiebe to office status Graalum a graduate from MSUM majoring in business administration and marketing takes on the role of working to further marketing initiatives across the bankrsquos footprint
Graalum lives in Fargo with her husbandKrisWiebe has been with First International Bank amp Trust for over ten years She lives in Fargo with her husband Kevin
bull FM Title hired Dani Nagel as a closing officer and Traci Grundstrom in charge of post-closing activities at the firm
bull Gate City Bank promoted Carrie Lick to office manager Jay Krabbenhoft to senior vice president Jennifer Dirk Roseann Lund Sherri Smith and Kevin Warner to vice president and Stephanie Anton Brady Duffy Justin Dunn Amy Durbin Julie Lamb Lisa Liken Janet Mindt and Rae Ann Schaan to assistant vice presidents
bull Keller Williams Roers Realty hired Julie Breidenbach as a new agent
bull Park Co Realtors hired Mark Mills and Pam Midthune as sales associates
bull REMAX Legacy Realty hired Maria Miles Isaac Handegard and Kathy Adams as licensed real estate agents
bull TRN Abstract amp Title Fargo promoted Denise Graunke to closing manager and hired LeighAnn Knopp as senior closing agent Knopp has 11 years in the title insurance industry and is a licensed title insurance agent in both North Dakota and Minnesota
Knopp graduated from University of North Dakota with a bachelorrsquos degree in marketing and management She currently lives in Fargo with her son
bull VISIONBank promoted Lyndee Evavold to senior real estate processer Kristi Kelley to audit and risk manager and Chantal Joyce to operations assistant
bull Western State Bank hired Kim Koenders as business banking assistant
Awards amp Accoladesbull American Federal Bank has
honored several Fargo-Moorhead area employees with Sale Star awards for their outstanding sales and sales referral performances in 2013
bull Nor-Son Inc received the Eagle Award from the Minnesota Associated Builders and Contractors for its renovation and repurposing of a 1950s-era school in Stanton ND
bull Prudential Premier Real Estate has awarded 31 of its real estate agents with Top of the Rock Club status
bull Kim Keller of Park Co Realtors received the Quality Service Certified Platinum award for the second year in a row
bull Realty Executives North Plains honors Gerry Gangnes Greg Baldwin and Mary Vigen as the yearrsquos top three individual producers It also named The Metro Team (Dan Madsen Doug Madsen and Lincoln Nybladh) The Dan Whitman team (Dan Whittman and Karen Radtke) and The Kopperud-Weishaar Team (Rolf Kopperud and Angie Weishaar) as the top three producing teams
bull Showplace Wood Products recenlty named Showplace Kitchens ND as ldquo Presidentrsquos Club Awardrdquo winner for exceptional cabinetry sales This is the seventh year they have been
Briefs continued on next page
Graalum Wiebe
Knopp
2014 Plains BuilderApril 5Briefs continued on page 30
recognized for this achievement which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide
ldquoWith the housing market continuing to improve Showplace has also continued to diversify moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens ND who are committed to being highly-trained and well-informedrdquo said Showplace President Paul Sova
Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1500
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationAdopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy
For $75 you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities
In addition to adopting a student Home Builders Care Foundation HBA of F-M and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas See page 33 for the form to adopt a student To download a student application visit wwwhbcfmcomHBA releases 2013 annual report year in review video
In case you missed the email notifying the membership the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video You can access both on the home page at wwwhbafmcomThank you Development Map deliver volunteers
The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time
news BrieFs
CHALLENGE
Guess whoEach month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member HBC trustee Health Plan trustee committee chairperson or staff member
Itrsquos your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846
The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder
Note Co-workers and relatives of the featured memberstaff person are not eligible to win
Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year
Hintsbull He grew up in Glydon Minn
bull He cheers for the Vikings Twins and Nuggets
bull He has four children ranging in age from 8-19
bull Visit him to ldquolight up your liferdquo
Briefs continued from previous page they took to deliver the 2014-2015 Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution
bull Josh Amundson FM Home amp Patio Inc
bull Stacey Herbel Gate City Bankbull Ashley Kimm Baker Nursery
Garden amp Giftbull Mandi Smith Stone Countertop
OutletNAHB offers new UPS program to members
UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages) or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location
Visit wwwsavewithupscomnahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you
In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds) freightLTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriersTake advantage of NAHB member discounts
National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
bull Associated Petroleum Products (APP)
bull Avis bull Budget Hewlett Packard bull Dell bull Endless Vacation Rentals bull General bull Hertz bull Liberty Mutualbull Lowersquos bull NAHB Career Center bull Office Depot bull Omaha Steaks bull TransFirst bull UPS bull Wyndham Hotel Group bull YRC FreightWhen working with these
companies remember to identify
yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount For more information visit wwwnahborgmaPlains Builder advertising space available
The HBArsquos monthly publication the Plains Builder is seen by over 15000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members local government officials as well as state and federal legislators This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationRemodelers Council Picnic May 16
The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo May 16 The picnic runs 11 am- 1pm The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council
The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 5Briefs continued on page 30
recognized for this achievement which places them among the top Showplace dealers nationwide
ldquoWith the housing market continuing to improve Showplace has also continued to diversify moving our capabilities in partners like Showplace Kitchens ND who are committed to being highly-trained and well-informedrdquo said Showplace President Paul Sova
Sponsorships for Spring Parade of Homes
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Parade of Homes starting at $1500
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationAdopt a student for the Construction Trades Academy
For $75 you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue additional educational opportunities
In addition to adopting a student Home Builders Care Foundation HBA of F-M and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas See page 33 for the form to adopt a student To download a student application visit wwwhbcfmcomHBA releases 2013 annual report year in review video
In case you missed the email notifying the membership the HBA of F-M has released its 2013 annual report and a year in review video You can access both on the home page at wwwhbafmcomThank you Development Map deliver volunteers
The HBA of F-M thanks the following volunteers for the time
news BrieFs
CHALLENGE
Guess whoEach month we will run a childhood photo of an HBA board member HBC trustee Health Plan trustee committee chairperson or staff member
Itrsquos your task to figure out who it is and call the office at (701) 232-5846
The first correct caller will receive $10 off any HBA event or product The answer and winner will be revealed in the next Plains Builder
Note Co-workers and relatives of the featured memberstaff person are not eligible to win
Readers are eligible to winonce per calendar year
Hintsbull He grew up in Glydon Minn
bull He cheers for the Vikings Twins and Nuggets
bull He has four children ranging in age from 8-19
bull Visit him to ldquolight up your liferdquo
Briefs continued from previous page they took to deliver the 2014-2015 Development Maps to 46 companies for public distribution
bull Josh Amundson FM Home amp Patio Inc
bull Stacey Herbel Gate City Bankbull Ashley Kimm Baker Nursery
Garden amp Giftbull Mandi Smith Stone Countertop
OutletNAHB offers new UPS program to members
UPS now offers National Association of Home Builders member discounts up to 36 percent (with one driver picking up both express and ground packages) or the option to drop off any package at any UPS location
Visit wwwsavewithupscomnahb or call 1-800-MEMBERS and a representative will assist you
In addition to UPS small-package shipments (less than 150 pounds) freightLTL (less-than-truckload) shipments are available to members at discounts ranging from 70-84 percent from four different freight carriersTake advantage of NAHB member discounts
National Association of Home Builders members (HBA of F-M members are NAHB members) have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
bull Associated Petroleum Products (APP)
bull Avis bull Budget Hewlett Packard bull Dell bull Endless Vacation Rentals bull General bull Hertz bull Liberty Mutualbull Lowersquos bull NAHB Career Center bull Office Depot bull Omaha Steaks bull TransFirst bull UPS bull Wyndham Hotel Group bull YRC FreightWhen working with these
companies remember to identify
yourself as a member of NAHB to receive the discount For more information visit wwwnahborgmaPlains Builder advertising space available
The HBArsquos monthly publication the Plains Builder is seen by over 15000 people annually through distrubution to HBA members local government officials as well as state and federal legislators This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry
Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom for more informationRemodelers Council Picnic May 16
The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo May 16 The picnic runs 11 am- 1pm The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council
The Local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
wwwfacebookcomHomeShowFM
wwwfacebookcomHomeBuildersCare
wwwfacebookcomHBAFargoMoorhead
wwwfacebookcomParadeFM
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April6
Carlita DietzJay Dietz Construction Inc
hBa oF F-M Presidentrsquos MessaGe
HBA keeps busy with legislative meetings gears up for Habitat build
March was packed full of meetings with our regionrsquos political leaders and state association friends We have also been keeping track of many critical issues affecting our industry
On the North Dakota side the month began with a trip to Bismarck for a North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo board of directors meeting The group heard updates on administrative changes within the state association discussed upcoming state elections the 2015 legislative session and meetings with our state Congressional delegation Later in the month a group of 11 people traveled to Bismarck again to meet with US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer (ND) and discussed several critical topics Read a recap of the state meeting and the topics NDAB addressed with the Congressional delegation on page 17 Thank you to NDAB for the work on these items and organizing the visits with our nationrsquos leaders
On the Minnesota side several HBA leaders traveled to St Paul in mid-March to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM for including us in their meetings It was a very productive visit with Minnesota Sen Eken Rep Lien and Rep Marquart regarding permanent flood protection for Moorhead and legislation that could help level the competitive playing field regarding codes regulation in the F-M metro Look for a recap on page 17 We also coordinated a local visit with US Sen Collin Peterson last month as he was back in town during recess
On the local level the HBA organized informational meetings for Builder members with the city of Moorhead and city of Oxbow on opportunities and changes happening in those jurisdictions See page 11 for details
As you can see last month was filled with opportunities for your HBA to do its job of talking to our local state and national leaders regarding issues critical to your livelihood building and remodeling homes and developing land If you are interested in becoming more involved with these
activities please contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or email Allison Weckman at allisonwhbafmcom
We are also reporting in this issue on impending foundation flood-proofing changes in Fargo building permit fee increases new fire sprinkler legislation in Minnesota and national flood insurance legislation successBack your PAC
PAC dollars are directly related to these legislative activities You have probably seen promotions for fundraising for the National Association of Home Builders political action committee (BUILD-PAC) If you havenrsquot already sent in your contribution I urge you to do so It is our goal to get as many of our members engaged in supporting PAC as possible No amount is too small BUILD-PAC which is NAHBrsquos PAC could easily be one of the largest in the nation if all members participated by contributing Remember your contribution is divided amongst NAHBrsquos BUILD-PAC NDAB and your local HBA when you contribute Your dollars have helped us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakersHabitat build groundbreaking slated for May
Yoursquove been hearing about our upcoming build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking is just around the corner in May We are starting to gather donations of materials and labor for the build which will kick into high gear in late May and June The house will be in south Moorhead and will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area I am excited for this project and that it will benefit a mother and her daughter Thank you to all HBA members who participated in the Tour de Habitat stationary bike race fundraiser last month I can personally say it was a ton of fun and exciting to see so many Habitat supporters out to raise money for a great cause Check out Tour highlights on page 31 See the Home Builders Care presidentrsquos message on page 28 for details on build donation needsMay 13 Parade of Homes Celebration
The Parade of Homes runs two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 with the Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 Mark your calendar now for a great evening recognizing our Parade Builders Itrsquos going to be a fun night
Looking for a way to give back to your communityWhy not support the 2014 HBA Build
The Home Builders Care build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is looking for donations of materials and labor
If yoursquore interested in donating contact Jenny Erickson at jennyhbafmcom or (701) 232-5846
See page 28 for more information
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 7
All Parade Builders receive two free
registrations
Register at wwwhbafmcom
Click ldquoCalendarrdquo thenldquoParade Of Homes
Celebrationrdquo
Or call (701) 232-5846
email infohbafmcom
Join us after the parade for 2014 Celebration
in Honor of Parade Participants
Tuesday May 13Ramada Plaza amp Suites 1635 42nd St S Fargo
6 pm Social | 7 pm Dinner (Business Attire Requested)
Late RegistrationsWalk-insNo-Shows
$35 (Cancel by noon May 12)
Pre-Registered Members $30 (Register by May 8)
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April8
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceBMW Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2731 Pyle Lane E West Fargo $596000 Building Concepts Inc Villas on the Green Osgood 4550 65th St S Fargo $275000 Carpenter Homes Shadow Creek 73 35th Ave E West Fargo $830000 Cornerstone Specialties CGP NDPB The Wilds 928 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $515000 Crist Construction Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2725 Pyle Lane West Fargo $549900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBDeer Creek 5683 61st St S Fargo $219000Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBVeterans Park 4824 54th St S Fargo $231900Dabbert Custom Homes NDPBShadow Creek 3605 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $299900Dave Meyer Construction Eaglewood 1221 31st Ave W West Fargo $341900 Delaney Homes Inc The Wilds 4727 6th St W West Fargo $350000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7373 14th St S Fargo $724900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3407 1st St E West Fargo $749900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 1060 49th Terrace W West Fargo $1050000 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Shadow Creek 3401 1st St E West Fargo $619900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB Eagle Pointe 7403 14th St S Fargo $719900 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead NDPB The Wilds 839 47th Ave W West Fargo $559900 Dietrich Homes Inc CGB Shadow Creek 3704 6th St E West Fargo $974900 Differding Signature Homes Eaglewood 2612 8th St W West Fargo $345000 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Stonemill Ponds 1310 44th Ave S Moorhead $203364 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 3820 7th St E West Fargo $263080 Eid-Co Homes CGP CAPS NDPB Westview 639 38th Ave E West Fargo $212873 Harry Gilbertson Construction Eaglewood 1323 31 Ave W West Fargo $364000 Harry Gilbertson Construction Valley View 3593 49 StS Fargo $380000 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Shadow Creek 3717 6th St E West Fargo $384900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB Eagle Pointe 1489 71st Ave S Fargo $445900 Heritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 912 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $419900
Platinum Sponsor
The list below is for MEMBERS ONLYA final list will appear in The Forum April 20 and will be
available April 21 at allThis list is subject to change as final proofing was not complete as of press time
Parade of Homes features 70 homes by 35 Buildersby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
Spring is here and it is time to get outside and celebrate a great building season by visiting the HBA of F-Mrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes The Parade now runs two four-day weekends April 24 ndash 27 and May 1 ndash 4 and features homes in Dilworth Fargo Moorhead and West Fargo Hours run 4 ndash 8 pm each Thursday and Friday and noon - 5 pm on weekends
Renderings descriptions and a map showing the location of each entry will be included in the Parade of Homes magazine available starting April 21 at all Hornbacherrsquos locations or the HBA office 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo An insert will also be included in The Forum April 20
The Parade website (link will be available at wwwhbafmcom) will go live April 21The Parade of Homes Committee is planning another fabulous Parade of Homes Celebration May 13 at the Ramada
Plaza amp Suites
Parade continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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wwwfacebookcomParadeFM
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 9
Builder Company Name Development Address City Total PriceHeritage Homes LLC CAPS CGB CGP NDPB The Wilds 920 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699900 Holly amp Company Classic Homes Eagle Pointe 1430 72nd Ave S Fargo $594900 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1121 30th Ave W West Fargo $203999 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1330 30th Ave W West Fargo $264995 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBEaglewood 1332 31st Ave W West Fargo $264979 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 5594 59th St S Fargo $229886 Jordahl Custom Homes Inc NDPBDeer Creek 6018 57th Ave S Fargo $199152 Knoke Seamless Johnson Farms 3761 16th St S Moorhead $499000 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Shadow Creek 3611 Bell Blvd E West Fargo $311900 Krueger Construction Inc NDPB Woodhaven 5077 44th St S Fargo $319600 Labellken Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2625 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $585000 Landmark Homes The Preserve 443 South Pond Ct West Fargo $349900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Eagle Pointe 1422 72 Ave S Fargo $529900 LUXE Custom Homes NDPB Davies 6888 24th St S Fargo $372900 New Creations Contruction Inc Arbor Park 531 33rd St N Moorhead $227000 Paula Rae Homes The Wilds 856 47th Ave W West Fargo $460000 Paula Rae Homes Woodhaven 4369 44th St S Fargo $375000 Platinum Home Contracting Davies 6802 23rd St S Fargo $289900 Platinum Home Contracting The Preserve 3103 7th St E West Fargo $299900 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc The Wilds 414 Persimmon Place W West Fargo $560000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Oakwood Bend 106 Beaton Dr W West Fargo $850000 Plecity Kowalski Construction Inc Westport Beach 4519 12th St W West Fargo $330000 Prairieland Homes LLC Maple Valley 5823 Autumn Drive Fargo $314900 RHR Construction Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2841 McLeod Drive West Fargo $449900 RHR Construction Woodhaven 4334 43rd St S Fargo $289900 RHR Construction Davies 6892 23rd St S Fargo $369900 RHR Construction Eagle Pointe 7315 15th St S Fargo $448015 Rick Halvorson Construction Inc Woodbridge 513 13th St NE Dilworth $319000 Serenity Homes of Fargo Moorhead LLC The Wilds 943 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $750050 Spire Custom Homes Brandt Crossing 3563 50th St S Fargo $334850 Spire Custom Homes Prairie Heights 264 34th Ave E West Fargo $344450 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6154 55th Ave S Fargo $210000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eagle Pointe 1490 72nd Ave S Fargo $575000 Thomsen Homes LLC The Wilds 1008 Mulberry Lane West Fargo $699000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 973 31st Ave W West Fargo $235000 Thomsen Homes LLC Eaglewood 1017 31st Ave W West Fargo $288000 Thomsen Homes LLC Deer Creek 6257 55th Ave S Fargo $190000 Titan Homes Inc Shadow Creek 3389 1st St E West Fargo $475000 Titan Homes Inc Rivers Bend at the Preserve 218 26th Ave E West Fargo $600000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6669 56th Ave S Fargo $278000 Turn Key Construction Inc Deer Creek 6044 55th Ave S Fargo $229900 Urban Prairie Homes Maple Ridge 3035 2nd St E West Fargo $249500 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Prairie Heights 270 34th Ave E West Fargo $399000 VanOverschelde Custom Homes Rivers Bend at the Preserve 2721 McLeod Dr E West Fargo $435000
Featured Homes - Each year HBA of F-M members volunteer Parade entries priced at $500000 and higher to be ldquofeaturedrdquo homes in a fundraising effort to support their industry Association and charity The cost to tour all Featured Homes is $5 Money raised goes to Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead the HBArsquos charitable arm It supports skill training education and projects related to the housing industry
CAPS CGB CGP CGR NDPB Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April10
Something revolutionaryMarvin Interior Shade System
Imagine an interior shade for your home with the versatility of opening from either the top or the bottom the precision of virtually complete light control and the beauty of sleek lines and fully concealed cords
You donrsquot have to imagine it Marvin Windows and Doors is setting a new industry standard with a fully integrated interior shade system that outdoes all competition for functionality beauty and performance
Available now through independent Marvin dealers the new integrated system fits seamlessly into Marvin window and door units with no measuring required The shade system is available on a range of Marvin windows as well as swinging and sliding doors or can be retrofitted to existing Marvin windows and swinging doors
On windows and swinging doors the integrated shade operates from both the top down and the bottom up allowing the user to position it anywhere ndash a feature not offered by other window and door manufacturers On sliding doors Marvinrsquos shades move with the door ndash an industry first No longer does the user have to open the shades to operate the door
Unlike between-the-glass offerings Marvinrsquos solution is compatible with all glazing types including gas-filled and surface-coated glazings And Marvin interior shades can be used with simulated divided lites with spacer bars ndash offering greater design flexibility and superior performance
Other features of this revolutionary new offering include
bull Fully concealed mechanisms and hidden cord systems for superior aesthetics
bull Available in either blackout or light-filtering fabric for choice in privacy and light control
bull Offered in a palette of 15 colors to match virtually any deacutecor
bull Shade surrounds can be ordered prefinished with choice of Marvinrsquos factory-applied interior finishes
bull Shade material is anti-static liquid repellant dust and soil resistant and carries a ten-year warranty
bull Precise fit for the ultimate in light and privacy control - virtually no light bleed along the edges of the surround
bull Integrated design means shade doesnrsquot protrude into living area
bull On sliding doors shade stack is completely hidden when retracted
To see Marvinrsquos interior shades in person visit wwwmarvincom to find your local Marvin dealer today
HBA tip Google yourself your companyDo you ever ldquoGooglerdquo yourself Do it once in awhile
type your name and your company into an Internet search browser and review what is posted about you and your business online
You may be surprised at what you find One HBA member contacted the office with this tip because she found less-than-accurate information on a website touting itself as a consumer ldquoratingrdquo resource for building industry companies
You have the power to control what people read about you on the Internet
advertorial
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
wwwfacebookcomHomeShowFM
wwwfacebookcomHomeBuildersCare
wwwfacebookcomHBAFargoMoorhead
wwwfacebookcomParadeFM
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
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Sharethe experience
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Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
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PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 11
PuBlic issues rePort oF area aFFairs
Moorhead mayor officials conduct lunch meeting with HBA membersby Lisa Vatnsdal Moorhead Community Development Manager
About 35 HBA of F-M members participated in a March 6 lunch meeting at the Cass County Electric Cooperativersquos community room This city of Moorhead-sponsored meeting provided an opportunity to showcase Moorhead with special emphasis on the cityrsquos tremendous progress on flood protection
Mayor Del Rae Williams visited individually with a number of builders at the meeting and reported to the group that she had also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with builders lenders and Realtors at their Home amp Garden Show booths in
February She spent a few hours each day at the show and made quite a few laps around the Fargodome checking out the exhibits Williams emphasized the pride that Moorhead residents take in their community and neighborhoods noting ldquoMoorhead is poised to be the place to buildrdquo
Moorhead City Manager Michael Redlinger and Deputy City Manager Scott Hutchins briefed builders on Minnesota legislative issues The city of Moorhead and the HBA are pursuing legislative authority to give Minnesota cities bordering North Dakota parity with North Dakota codes on building code issues
City Engineer Dr Bob Zimmerman provided an update on the Cityrsquos flood mitigation which puts Moorhead in an advantageous position for both new construction and resale of existing homes
bull New Construction No building lots in Moorhead
subdivisions require flood insurancebull Existing Homes It is expected that by the end of
2015 the city will have received FEMA accreditation of flood walls levees and related infrastructure constructed since 2009 leaving only about a dozen non-riverfront lots in the 100-year floodplain
Community Development Manager Lisa Vatnsdal said Moorhead is actively meeting with lenders and Realtors as well as builders The city is investing time and resources to market Moorhead to increase demand for housing providing more customers for home builders Vatnsdal reminded the group of Moorheadrsquos incentives for new construction homebuyers (also highlighted at wwwmakeMoorheadhomecom)
bull Make Moorhead Home Two-Year Property Tax Rebate No maximum building value
bull First amp New Program $5000 special assessment loan for first time buyers of newly constructed homes
bull Welcome Home Pass Full year of free recreation activities including a golf membership at the Meadows or Village Green for the purchaser of a newly constructed home
It was reported that the number of different builders constructing single family homes in Moorhead increased from 19 in 2012 to 37 in 2013 The city of Moorhead looks forward to even more builders and homes in 2014 If you have questions about building in Moorhead please contact Lisa Vatnsdal at (218) 2995372 or lisavatnsdalcimoorheadmnus
Mayor Del Rae Williams
Builders attend the ldquoMake Moorhead Homerdquo lunch session
Oxbow to develop build 40 homes
There are a lot of exciting things happening in the city of Oxbow that I want the building community to know about and be a part of in order to help make them a success Residents will be building at least 40 homes in Oxbow by the end of 2015 to accommodate those within the city who are being displaced by a flood protection ring levee The building community is going to be a critical
component in not only building these beautiful new homes but also in helping provide the region with flood protection in a timely and efficient manner
In addition to the removal and rebuilding of 40 homes plans for the ring levee will eliminate the use of a good portion of the current golf course and clubhouse requiring those structures to be rebuilt as well While the ring levee project will have some consequences such as a temporary disruption to the golf course business we as a city have chosen to take a positive outlook on what these new amenities can provide to not only our existing residents but to a new development area as well
The ring levee will provide 40 replacement lots for those being displaced along with an additional 40 lots for others Jim Nyhof
Oxbow Mayor Oxbow continued on page 18
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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Building Materials
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Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April12
Hitting the RoadSpring is in the air and now is the
time to hit the road and start visiting local associations It is our goal to be able to get to shake hands with members participate in membership meetingsevents educate on BUILD-PAC and thank the awesome staff and volunteers Keep an eye on announcements for visits from your local association We are in full
ldquoswingrdquo planning for our June golf tournament that will be held in Minot and we hope you plan to join us for this fun event and promised great food Look for more details to come in your in-box soon
Last month many traveled to Bismarck to attend the spring board meeting Even with the weather not behaving like spring we have many dedicated members who braved the roads and were there in person For this being my first board meeting I thank everyone who was able to participate We accomplished a lot in a day and a half including a visit from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger who shared with our group that his office has seen a 75 percent increase in contractor license renewals since 2009 and as a result renewals are delayed The secretary of statersquos office is doing all they can to keep up with the demand and the secretary did credit his wonderful staff for their continued hard work
Speaking of wonderful staff we held a celebration dinner honoring our past Executive Officer Doreen Riedman who led the charge for 16 years Congratulations and best wishes to Doreen on her new adventure It was a great evening of sharing stories lots of laughs and even a few tears
With representatives coming together from across the state once again in March we welcomed US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer to a round-table discussion with 30 of our members We thank the Congressman and our two Senators for taking the time out of their busy schedules to sit down and hear what some high priority issues are In each one-hour meeting we covered flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform diversion funding housing finance reform affordable housing and building energy codes Before we even held our meetings we received news that HR 3370 The Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act passed by a vote of 72-22 The bill now goes to President Obama for his signature
To cap off a great month our very own president Ken Callahan let us take a razor to his head as a St Baldrickrsquos participant Ken looks pretty good bald and we thank him for his bravery for the kids
Industry IssuesIn March nearly 30 of our
members came together for a series of meetings with our National Delegates US Sen Hoeven US Sen Heitkamp and US Rep Cramer took time out of their busy schedules while in North Dakota to meet with our members and talk about issues affecting our industry and what can be done nationally to help The roundtable discussion format allowed for great conversation as well as the
chance to offer ideas and solutions along with our requests A few of the key issues touched on will be ongoing challenges in 2014 and included better housing finance reform immigration reform flood insurance reform affordable housing and labor Having representation at the table from each local association was a true testament to the dedication our members have to the building industry We appreciate all who attended taking time out of your busy schedules as well as you taking time to provide a voice and to offer real-life examples Be sure to keep watch for ways to continue the conversation and to continue working for solutions
Across the state every local association had a story about needing more affordable housing Inventories of affordably priced units are stretched incredibly thin in many areas and are virtually non-existent for our western friends It will take a multi-pronged approach to begin to address this issue and some of the things that will need to be considered as we look for ways to mitigate this lack are home finance restructuring flood insurance reform and infrastructure funding along with several other factors
Another key issue for communities across North Dakota is the labor shortage Finding qualified ready-to-work employees is a challenge for almost everyone these days but it seems to be hitting our industry especially hard as we struggle to keep up with demand Discussion on this issue circled around education and training for our young people as they choose their careers Immigration reform and the path to citizenship and federal programs all are ways to begin to not only address our shortages in North Dakota but also the shortages nationwide for skilled labor in the trades and technical fields
Once again we thank Sen Hoeven Sen Heitkamp and Rep Cramer for meeting with NDAB and for our members who took time to travel to Bismarck and partake in this face-to-face meeting Going forward we hope to facilitate more opportunities like this for our members Be sure let us know the issues important to you and be sure to get involved in our ongoing discussions whenever possible We are here to serve you
Ken CallahanNDAB President Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Williston ND
Kim SchneiderNDAB Executive Officer
news FroM the north dakota association oF Builders
wwwfacebookcomHomeShowFM
wwwfacebookcomHomeBuildersCare
wwwfacebookcomHBAFargoMoorhead
wwwfacebookcomParadeFM
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 13
News from around the statea monthly briefing from the North Dakota Association of Builders
on news from each local association
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association bull (701) 222-2400Dot Frank Executive Officer bull wwwbmhbacombull The BMHBA Events Committee is busy preparing for several spring events
including Bowling with the Builders March 25 They also are planning for the annual New Member BBQ which is hosted at our office on the patio and the Annual Picnic which draws the entire membership to The Post in Mandan
bull Registrations are coming in for the Spring Parade of Homes The Parade runs the last weekend of April and the first weekend in May A builder survey indicates at least 30 homes in this yearrsquos event
bull The Government Affairs Committee will be polling this yearrsquos political candidates in the coming month to gauge their knowledge of and support for our industry
bull The BMHBA also is working to amend R5031 of the IRC prior to the City of Bismarck adopting 2012 code changes As is R5031 requires sheet rocking unfinished basements
Dickinson Area Builders Association bull (701) 483-0044Irene Schafer Executive Officer bull wwwdickinsonareabuilderscombull We are very busy planning the Home Show Our waiting list for Home
Show 2015 is over 50 now so I expect to sell out the next show in just a few months
bull We have our safety training scheduled for March 31 at the conference room at Butler Machinery
bull The sessions will be on forklift training and defensive drivingbull Next General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 9 at the Elks Clubbull Scholarship applications are out deadline is June 15 with scholarships
awarded Aug 1Forx Builders Association bull (701) 746-4536Betty McDonald Executive Officer bull wwwforxbuilderscombull Structural Materials just hosted its annual Builders After Hours and did
an excellent job as hosts It was fun to see lots of new faces as well as our regulars The food beverages and networking was wonderful
bull April 24 Kim Schneider and Ken Callahan will be coming to Grand Forks to meet with our board of directors and membership We plan to give them a very warm Forx Builders Association welcome
bull Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be in May with a date to be determined This event is held at the Dakota Hunting Club
Minot Association of Builders bull (701) 852-0496Vicky Flagstad Executive Officer bull wwwminotabcombull We completed a very successful 39th edition of our MAB Home amp Garden
Show One hundred and thirty exhibitors registered for the showbull May Builders After Hours is set for May 6 and will be hosted by Montana-
Dakota Utilities and Xcel EnergyWilliston Area Builders Association bull (701) 572-5744Beth Sundheim Executive Officer bull wwwwillistonbuilderscombull The Williston Area Builders Association would like to invite you to the
2014 4th Annual Home Show April 4 ndash 6 We have assembled some of the finest exhibitors in home building remodeling and decorating to showcase the latest products and services available in home construction and home improvement We ask the general admission to bring in a non-perishable item to be donated to the Salvation Army and receive a chance to win an iPad
ND association staff changes
North Dakota Association of Builders has welcomed Heather Austin as office and communications coordinator She is a Mandan
native who previously worked for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and with the Center for Technology amp Business A University of Mary graduate she has a background in marketing and communications non-profit programming and services and community involvement Austin lives in Bismarck with her husband Jon her step-son Jaden and her newborn son Jayce
Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association has hired Dot Frank as its executive officer She previously worked for the Bismarck-
Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the Bismarck Tribune A St Cloud State University graduate she holds a degree in mass communication and media studies Frank is also a Mandan city commissioner She lives in Mandan with her husband Jared son Colin and daughter Trudy
Beth Sundheim has been named the Williston Home Builders Associationrsquos executive officer She has a background in construction and a
graphic arts degree Born and raised in Montana she currently lives in eastern Montana She has three children two daughters age 21 and 23 and a son age 20 In her spare time she works on remodeling her home which was built in 1910
Austin
Frank
Sundheim
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
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Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April14
news FroM the Builders association oF Minnesota
BAM board meeting Builder Day at the Capitol
On March 12 over 170 builders association members from across the state converged in St Paul to use our collective industry voice at our statersquos Capitol We are stronger together and itrsquos one of the reasons the Builders Association of Minnesota exists
Every local association was represented and together we met with nearly 75 percent of the Legislature That is no small feat It means we broadcast in person the message that the home building industry is important to Minnesotarsquos economy and we will be heard Our priority issues for the day included
bull Statewide building code enforcement ndash The Legislature must pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration ndash The pilot program has created a heavy burden on licensed contractors Let the pilot project expire June 30 2014 and do not let it become a permanent mandate
bull Builder-pay attorney fees (SF 2146HF 2612) ndash The language is one-sided and would award attorneys fees only to the home owner if they are the prevailing party It does not provide the same for a builder should they prevail The Legislature must oppose this bill
bull B2B taxes ndash Repeal regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services
bull Fire sprinkler mandate ndash With the code process nearing completion the Legislature must prohibit the home sprinkler mandate
Thank you to those that were able to attend and thank you to our event sponsors Xcel Energy The Builders Group Brushmasters Larkin Hoffman and the HBA of F-M We will keep you posted on the progress of the 2014 legislative session Session wraps May 19 which isnrsquot much time but things have been moving fast as a result of the time crunch Look for a call for grassroots efforts
BAM board of directors meetingPrior to the big event the BAM board of directors
held its first meeting of 2014 President Chad Kompelien reported that BAM closed 2013 in the black and led the board in discussion about industry issues
The board talked about appraisals and labor shortage and possible solutions Each local association reported on whatrsquos happening in their area cool new things and any challenges for 2014 It was a successful meeting and we look forward to the next meeting Aug 20 in St Cloud
HBA of F-M leaders attended BAMrsquosBuilder Day at the Capitol
Check out our recap on page 17
Reservations about the dollar
Since the start of the Great Recession of 2008 and the Fedrsquos decision to inject trillions of dollars into the banking system there has been constant talk of the US dollar losing its position as the worldrsquos reserve currency the position it has held since the end of WWII After all our debt is huge and growing DC is thoroughly dysfunctional our share of the world economy is shrinking
and China is increasingly pushing for a post dollarcentric financial system Despite all the concerns above the dollarrsquos position as the reserve currency of the world is safe for a long while
First which currency can realistically unseat it The British pound is simply too small to do the job as the British economy is one-seventh the size of the US economy As for the euro while it is large enough there are many structural problems including weak growth over taxation an inflexible central bank and an outside possibility of the monetary union collapse to entice many central banks to significantly increase their euro holdings
As for the Yen Swiss Franc or Chinese renminbi you have got to be kidding With a debt to GDP ratio greater than that of Greece Japan makes the US look downright
fiscally responsible Moreover Japan and Switzerland are both pushing down the value of their respective currencies making them that much less appealing to hold Lastly the renminbi does not freely float and there are significant foreign exchange controls in place As a result it will take at least a decade before China has the necessary legal framework and deep and open financial markets that are a necessary prerequisite before the renminbi can become a credible reserve currency competitor
Second because of increased capital flows between nations due to increases in trade and investment central banks have been repeatedly told by their respective governments to hold larger quantities of safe and easy-to-sell assets which can be easily liquidated in time of crisis As a result total foreign reserves have nearly quadrupled in the past decade and this has dramatically increased the demand for dollars For example when foreign capital suddenly flees a developing nation it puts downward pressure on the local currency By selling some of its dollar holdings to purchase its own currency a country can stabilize its currency and avoid large currency swings Moreover simply holding a large supply of highly liquid foreign assets like dollars discourages speculation and demonstrates that a nation has the necessary reserves to pay foreign creditors for things like oil and wheat
Lastly with large holdings of dollars the last thing foreign nations want to do is harm the dollar as that would reduce the value of their holdings and that in and of itself
Elliot Eisenberg PhD GraphsandLaughs LLC
Eisenberg continued on page 30
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
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2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
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2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
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Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 15
news FroM the national association oF hoMe Buildersnews FroM the national association oF hoMe Builders
Congressional passage of flood insurance bill a boost for housing
March 13 2014 - The National Association of Home Builders today applauded the Senate for approving flood insurance legislation that will provide much-needed certainty to home owners and financial stability for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) HR 3370 the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act was approved by the House earlier this month and is expected to be signed into law shortly by President Obama
ldquoBy providing a more affordable rate structure for policyholders and repealing point-of-sale rate increases the bill is a boon for home owners and home buyersrdquo said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly a home builder and developer from Wilmington Del ldquoFurther it gives an important boost to home building and remodeling while simultaneously shoring up the NFIPrdquo
HR 3370 will help address some of the costly and unintended consequences of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act including huge premium spikes and impacts on the sale construction and remodeling of homes across the nation
The legislation provides a more affordable rate structure for policyholders repeals the requirement that flood insurance premiums increase immediately to full actuarial rates for homes that are sold and restores ldquograndfatheringrdquo
for properties that were paying premiums applicable to their initial flood risk rating allowing owners to pay premiums based on the original risk zone rather than updated flood risk zones
The bill also requires the Federal Emergency Management Agencyrsquos remapping process to take into account local flood control structures and provides reimbursement for successful consumer map appeals
Further it restores the ldquosubstantial improvement thresholdrdquo that triggers a higher flood insurance rate to the historic 50-percent level of a structurersquos fair market value which is important for many remodelers across the nation
ldquoNAHB commends the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers in both the House and Senate for working to pass flood insurance legislation that will help the housing industry continue to reboundrdquo said Kelly
See page 28-29 to learn how you can help
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
Meeting Sponsorsas of 31814
Premier SponsorsOnly seven available - five left
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hBa oF F-M MeMBer MeetinGs
lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April16
Building officialrsquos corner Flood proofing code changes permit processing
Staff changesWe are anticipating another busy
construction season in Fargo and the metro area For this reason we intend to hire two additional temporary inspectors to help meet the demand for inspections If everything proceeds as planned we would retain these two inspectors for approximately eight months beginning at the start of May
Fee increasesWe are proposing a moderate permit fee increase for
residential building permits ranging from 6 to 79 percent (Please refer to the range table below) The effective date of this increase is yet to be determined but will likely not take effect until April 1 at the earliest Our last residential permit fee increase was six years ago on Jan 1 2008 See chart below
Irsquom going to take just a minute to share a word with you about the values that some of you are submitting to receive your permits This certainly does not pertain to all of our applicants but some submittals are ridiculously low While I would like to accept your value estimates fairness has to come into play We have received value estimates as low as $25 per square foot Need I even say anything about an estimate that low When we receive value estimates that seem to be too low inspections staff will assist you by estimating the values on your behalf
Flood-proofing code policy changesThe City Commission enacted a revision of the flood-
proofing construction policy statement that augments both our flood-proofing code and our flood plain management requirements and was effective immediately upon that enactment Much of the revised document reinforces our previously existing requirements with which you are probably aware and are at least somewhat familiar with There are some changes that would affect the extent of areas in which these requirements are applied Also there are some elevation changes which increase the degree of safety from flooding at a higher level These changes will have the effect of mitigating potential damage from major flooding and providing an enhanced position for property owners to avoid dramatically higher flood insurance costs
While I would encourage each of you to obtain the revised handout for these requirements from the Fargo inspections office I will briefly talk about the more
far-reaching changes Elevation references within the document are now made to the river-gauge elevation and are applied within the area having a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year (the 100-year flood plain the BFE) Structures to be built within this area will be required to be flood-proofed and to have lowest openings including area wells at 422rsquo with fill at the building required to be at 417rsquo and fill at 15rsquo from the building to be at the BFE
Structures to be constructed within the area that would be inundated at a water elevation of 41rsquo will now be required to meet these same elevation requirements and be flood-proofed
At first glance these numbers may seem ominous but because of the design elevations being required for infrastructure coupled with standard practice for elevating structures with relation to the street the impact should be relatively small a matter of a few inches
Permits permit processing and inspections cards
It is dangerous and could be costly to assume that once your building plan is submitted to us you have approval to proceed That is simply not true You do not have approval to proceed with any part of your project unless you have a building permit in your possession Because of the rate at which we received plans last year and the rate at which we anticipate them this year it will take us some time to process your permit requests Please be patient and remember that you are not the only contractor requesting permits We will be processing applications in the order received Service will be as rapid as we can make it but it will not be instantaneous
This reminds me to tell you to pick up your building permits when they are issued The permits contain your inspections sign-off cards which are
meant to give you a ready reference on the status of your projects during their framing and final phases Yes I said final The new cards contain sign-off spots for the final inspections in each discipline so you will also be able to tell when all the required inspections are complete
Wersquove had some interesting things happen especially last year On a few too many occasions some of you have requested more than one permit application for the same house on the same lothellip sort of funny for awhile but it turns out to be fairly costly to fix Since this sort of thing takes time away from our preparation of someone elsersquos permit wersquoll be charging building permit fees for each such request
Please get your records in order by picking up your building permits when they are ready and keeping track of them in your records to avoid this unnecessary cost to you
25000 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 5000002014 fees 15020 27020 51020 64300 77520 90770 157020
790 682 619 611 613 611 6062013 fees 1392 25295 480458 606 73045 85545 148045
Ron C StrandFargo Inspections Administrator
Building Official continued on page 18
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 17
Leaders travel to St PaulVoice support for border city code legislation permanent flood protection
Fellow HBA of F-M leaders and I traveled to St Paul last month to participate in the Builders Association of Minnesotarsquos Builder Day at the Capitol Thank you to BAM and everyone involved for welcoming us
as part of your team to meet with state legislators about building industry issues On March 12 BAM hosted a
lunch meeting to give an issues overview talking points and tips for our meetings We met with our local legislators Sen Kent Eken Rep Ben Lien and Rep Paul Marquart
The local issues we carried to the meetings were finishing up Moorheadrsquos projects for permanent flood protection and supporting border city building code legislation
Nearly all Moorheadrsquos existing homes and all platted residential building lots are outside of or elevated above the 100-year floodplain Major flood control efforts implemented since 2009 provide additional protection for the entire city but $72 million is still needed to complete the levies We spoke to all three
legislators about this issue and they are confident the funding to complete Moorheadrsquos flood mitigation will be added to the 2014 bonding bill
The HBA of F-M strongly supports SF1914HF2389 that authorizes Minnesota border cities to adopt changes
HBA participates in NDAB board meeting discusses industry issues
Last month the North Dakota Association of Builders held its quarterly board meeting in Bismarck Several HBA leaders and I traveled to take part in the meeting and see our friends from around this great state First of all I welcome and
congratulate Kim Schneider NDABrsquos new executive officer and Heather Austin office and communication coordinator I also noticed several new faces from other associations around the state both staff and member volunteers It was great meeting you all and the enthusiasm was refreshing
Some items that stand out to me from this meeting arebull Legislative visits and 2015
legislative session - NDAB in partnership with the local associations arranged visits with North Dakotarsquos Congressional delegation last month This was part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo Legislative Conference effort conducted in-state as our senators and representative were on break and back in North Dakota Here are the top issues identified and discussed by our members flood insurance reform labor shortage and immigration reform F-M metro diversion funding housing finance reform and affordable housing and building energy codesThere was also discussion on possible issues NDAB will consider for action during North Dakotarsquos 2015
Dan LindquistDan Lindquist Construction IncLife Director
Paul KrabbenhoftColdwell Banker First RealtyHBA of F-M Director
NDAB recap continued on pg 34 BAM recap continued on pg 34
These leaders traveled to take part in BAMrsquos Builder Day at the Capitol (l to r) Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc pictured with Nick Green Greenrsquos Plumbing and Heating from Lake Region Builders Association
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
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lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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TAX
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CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April18
Golf Outing sponsorships available
The 2014 Golf Outing will be offering two afternoon flights on separate dates Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 at Oxbow Country Club
Sponsor both flights for $250 or choose one day for $150 You will get your company name on a sponsor sign at a hole displayed during the golf clinic during lunch and dinner listed on scorecards programs shown on the HBA website HBA Facebook page and in the Plains Builder plus additional benefits if you sponsor both dates As a sponsor you will also be eligible for early-bird registration
Get even more exposure by supplying specialty items that will be used as door prizes for lunch or dinner or as golf bag stuffers Sponsors also have the opportunity to host a game on a hole which makes for great exposure to all the golfers
See the enclosed sponsorship form for more details or contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Important Deadlines
April 21 ndash Sponsorship deadline to be eligible for early bird registration
May 1 ndash Open registration
HBA leaders meet with US Congressional delegates
As part of the National Association of Home Buildersrsquo in-state ldquoLegislative Conferencerdquo HBA of F-M leaders met with US Congressional delegates in mid-March as they were back in their home states during recess
On March 17 a group met with US Rep Collin Peterson (Minn) to discuss issues including the F-M Diversion flood insurance issues the mortgage interest deduction and immigration reform March 18 HBA leaders traveled to Bismarck joining other North Dakota associations to meet with US Sen John Hoeven US Sen Heidi Heitkamp and US Rep Kevin Cramer (all ND)
Left to right John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc Toby Christensen Camrud-Foss Concrete Construction Inc Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Inc Rep Peterson Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc Stan Birky Stan Birky Construction Inc Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty HBA Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
Oxbow continued from page 11looking to relocate within Oxbow The additional 40 lots could be available for people who want to live on or near a new golf course with access to a brand new clubhouse City infrastructure will be installed this spring and summer with the first lots being open for building in October of this year These lots will also be free of special assessments and have 500-year flood protection the best in the Red River Valley
Building 40 homes by the end of 2015 is an aggressive schedule and one that is only possible if the building industry helps take an active role in providing building services for our displaced residents Let me thank you in advance for helping those displaced residents build adequate housing to meet their needs and within the timeline given to them
For more information on Oxbow or the opportunities associated with the new development activities within the city please feel free to contact me at (701) 361-4479
Editorrsquos Note The HBA of F-M hosted a meeting with the city of Oxbow last month in an effort to educate Builders on residential construction opportunities coming up due to construction of the flood protection ring levee A copy of the presentation given in March is available by contacting the Association at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcom It includes a land acquisition summary construction timeline lot distribution and building requirements
NDBOA seminar April 3-4 ndash Grand ForksThe mid-year meeting of the North Dakota Building Officials Association
will be April 3-4 at the CrsquoMon Inn 3051 32 Ave S in Grand Forks Attendance registration for both or either day is acceptable Jay Woodward a nationally known presenter and senior staff architect for ICC Business and Product Development will lead the discussions on both days On Thursday the topic will be ldquo2012 IBC Care Facilities Provisionsrdquo Fridayrsquos topic is ldquoIBC Assembly Spacesrdquo Lunch is provided both days and a course workbook is also provided Non-NDBOA member cost for both days is $250 and $125 for a single day
Building Official continued from page 16
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
Meeting Sponsorsas of 31814
Premier SponsorsOnly seven available - five left
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hBa oF F-M MeMBer MeetinGs
lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 19
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2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
Meeting Sponsorsas of 31814
Premier SponsorsOnly seven available - five left
Only 12 available - six left
Corporate Table Sponsors
Presentation Sponsor
hBa oF F-M MeMBer MeetinGs
lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
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TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
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SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
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Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
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1876K-35 Spring Carnival
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1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April20
Thank You2014 Member
Meeting Sponsorsas of 31814
Premier SponsorsOnly seven available - five left
Only 12 available - six left
Corporate Table Sponsors
Presentation Sponsor
hBa oF F-M MeMBer MeetinGs
lsquoChillyrsquo Cook-Off attracts over 75 attendeesby Allison Weckman Membership Coordinator
Our 5th Annual ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off was a huge success Thank you to our host and sponsor Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp Lighting Showroom The place was packed with over 75 people in attendance sampling eight delicious chili entries We were pleased to present the first annual Golden Ladle Award to Tyrone Leslie for his entry ldquoPure Deliciousnessrdquo Leslie also received a $100 cash prize Second place went to Paul Davis
Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley for its entry ldquoSpiced Just Rightrdquo winning a $60 cash prize There was a tie for third place going to Stenerson Lumber
with ldquoLumber 1 Chilirdquo and Braaten Cabinets with ldquoBeer Blazinrsquo Chilirdquo each winning a $20 cash prize We also gave out our second Participation Payout
gift certificate to Joyce Balstad Stone Countertop Outlet Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everyone who attended the event
Winner of the 2014 ldquoChillyrdquo Cook-Off Tyrone Leslie Heritage Homes and HBA Membership Coordinator Allison Weckman
Gary Bloom and Amanda Welken Paul Davis Restoration amp Remodeling of the Red River Valley
Levi Dudden Stenerson Lumber
Dawn Schmitt Quinn Schenck Aletha Lippay and Terry Braaten Braaten Cabinets Inc
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
DEDUCTIONS
TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
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SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
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Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
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1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 21
Cellular PVC amp Composite Decking Composite Aluminum Steel amp PVC Railing
Treated Lumber | Screws | Nails | Fasteners | Hangers
ALL YOUR DECKING amp FENCING NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOFmdashREADY FOR YOU TODAY
5507 53rd Ave S Fargo 7012324001
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
DEDUCTIONS
TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
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No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April22
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson HBA Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek and Kay Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Denis and Diana Stead Stone Holding Company looking festive
Left HBA members enjoy the festivities
Right Kay and Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank and Trust and Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
THANK YOU
Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more) Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures FurniNture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile Lighting (and more)Appliances Flooring Paint (new) Bath Fixtures Furniture Lumber Shingles Doors Windows Cabinets Hardware Tools Kitchen Fixtures Hardware Tools Furnaces Tile
DEDUCTIONS
TAX
DONrsquoTDUMPDONATE amp DEDUCT
CabinetsAppliances
Building Materials
For full list of materials accepted visit wwwlakeagassizhabitatorg
Pick-ups Schedule by calling 2182845253 ext 3
Drop-offs 210 11th St N Moorhead MNDuring store hours (M-F 10a-6p Sat 10a-4p)
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
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Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 23
Member of the month Josh Amundsonby Megan Vry Office Support
Josh Amundson president of FM Home amp Patio Inc is a man who understands the value of family and hard work and incorporates that idea through his work Amundson started building decks with his father in the early 1990rsquos In 2003 he decided to start FM Home amp Patio Inc He created a company that would offer an affordable as well as functional decking solution across the Fargo-Moorhead area Amundson believes in ldquodelivering an unmatched craftsmanship personal service and overall pleasurable experiencerdquo for his customers He plans to open a showroom for decking railing and designs in the near future to make it easier for consumers
FM Home amp Patio Inc has been a member of the HBA for four years When asked why Amundson joined the HBA he said ldquoto have the opportunity to grow my company through learning from other seasonal businessesrdquo Amundson has recently joined the Events Committee and has been participating in HBA events You may have seen him and some of his work at the Home amp Garden Show
Amundson was presented with the HBArsquos bi-monthly ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award for donating several hours of his time to deliver over 1700 development maps to 35 companies across Dilworth Moorhead Fargo and West Fargo including a delivery to Halstad Minn
When Amundson isnrsquot working he likes to spend time with his wife Kristen 19-year-old daughter Alexis and 13-year-old daughter Aliya Their favorite family activity is going to the movies which they do almost every week because Amundson says ldquothere is always a new movie for us to seerdquo Every two months in the Plains Builder we spotlight a ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo chosen by HBA of F-M staff This featurersquos purpose is to thank HBA volunteers and supporters by recognizing all they do for the Association and the industry At the Annual Awards Gala in October 2014 staff will give an ldquoExtra Mile Awardrdquo to one person chosen from the 2014 bi-monthly winners
Fun facts about Amundsonbull My favorite color is Bluebull Last vacationtrip I took was Cancun Mexicobull My hometown West Fargobull My dream job is I have my dream jobbull The first thing I would dobuy if I won the lottery is Share it with
my immediate family and pay off my house
Meet Your HBA Board Gary Orthby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Gary Orth president of Cornerstone Specialties is one of the HBA of F-Mrsquos newer board members
He has more than 19 years
of experience in the construction industry and has built his company by having an eye for detail and quality control He also focuses on energy efficiency for modern homes and forming strong relationships with clients to ensure the home represents their needs and desires
Orth was born and raised in Melrose Minn and moved to Fargo to study industrial engineering at North Dakota State University He started out doing remodeling projects and transitioned into new construction He founded Cornerstone Specialties in 1996
Joining the HBA of F-M board in 2013 Orth also works with the HBA Codes Subcommittee on issues specific to energy efficiency and is a regular Parade of Homes participant He is also the board-appointed plan monitor for the HBArsquos strategic plan Fun facts about Orthbull Favorite service provided
by the HBA Camaraderie with others in the industry
bull What you never knew about me I have jumped out of a perfectly good airplane
bull Favorite vacation spot San Diego
bull Favorite movie Remember the Titans
bull Last book you read The Chronicles of Terrestria
bull Away from work Orth enjoys outdoor activities such as camping fishing and snowmobiling
HBA Development amp Project Coordinator Jenny Erickson and Events Coordinator Lindsey Nogosek present Josh Amundson with the ldquoMember of the Monthrdquo award
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April24
The HBA thanks members who are involved with this industry
Realty Sales and Property Management
Advantage Realtors IncAdvantage Realtors Inc - Lisa Benusa Realtor
Alliance Management Group LLCAM Realtors
ASA Property Management IncBilly Buys Homes LLC
Bladholm BrothersBroberg-Gerdes Partners
Builders Management amp Investment Co IncC amp E Finance Inc
Castle RealtyChase Realty
Coldwell Banker First RealtyColdwell Banker First Realty - Daniel Ness RealtorColdwell Banker First Realty - John Slama Realtor
Coldwell Banker First Realty - Paul Krabbenhoft RealtorCommunity Properties LLC
Cornerstone RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityFargohomes Buyer Agency
G3 Real Estate Services USAGreen River Country LLP
Green Team RealtyHartner Garris LLC
HOMESMART REALTORSHuche de Lapin LLC
ISR HomesJackson Leasing LLLP
Jeff Shipley Enterprises IncJim Jensen Real Estate IncKeller Williams Roers Realty
KT RealtyKvamme Real Estate
Kvamme Real Estate - Steven Ritter RealtorLexstar Real Estate Services LLC
NAI North CentralPark Co Realtors
Park Co Realtors - John Midthune RealtorPark Co Realtors - Karen Skjold Realtor
Park Co Realtors - Terry Ellingson RealtorPierce Inc
Pifer Auction amp Realty - Terry Skjerseth RealtorProperty Partners Management Inc
Property Resources GroupPrudential Crary - Rodney Bjornstad Realtor
Prudential Premier Real EstatePrudential Premier Real Estate - DeAnne Mason Realtor
Prudential Premier Real Estate - Mark Mason RealtorREMAX Legacy Realty - Kim Sorenson Realtor
REMAX Legacy Realty - Morris Pyle RealtorREMAX Realty 1
Realty 2000Realty Connection LLC - Roberta Gackle Realtor
Realty Executives North PlainsRealty Executives North Plains - Dan Madsen The Metro
Team RealtorsSouth Gate Apartments
Steller Sellers EnterprisesTown amp Country Realty
Town amp Country Realty - DeDe Heller Realtor
hBa oF F-M Builder and associate MeMBer Feature
Prairie Design StudioEarth-sheltered passive building designs result in successby Megan Vry Office Support
Prairie Design Studio was founded in 1982 by Bruce Hella and Kim Stokes the current president The company focused on passive solar designs housing and commercial buildings when they first started and has grown into a company that specializes in multi-family homes commercial buildings and dabbles in industrial building Prairie Design Studiorsquos main focus has been and always will be on consumersrsquo concerns and desires Its use of ldquoearth-sheltered and passive building designsrdquo and use of passive solar designs for apartment buildings have made it a unique business who is popular with consumers that have energy concerns This industryrsquos challenge is the added cost for home owners Prairie Design Studio deals with this by using earth berms to reduce exterior materials using pre-finished materials incorporating geothermal energy passive solar energy and building orientation to reduce future cost for the consumers
Stokesrsquo continuing drive to succeed has played a huge role in his success His bachelorrsquos degree in architecture and minor in business from North Dakota State University is not his only educational accomplishment He also completed an associatersquos degree in architectural drafting and estimating technology from North Dakota State College of Science and completed a 28-week course in Hawk Continuous Wave Radar Repair at the US Army Missile and Munitions School all of which helped mold his design and business philosophies Stokesrsquo wife Mary and three daughters Chelsey a designer for Prairie Design Studio Lindsay a graphic designer for Results Unlimited and Leah in her second year at NDSU have all enhanced his passion creativity and drive to succeed His 12 years working in the industry prior to starting his own company also helped make Prairie Design Studio what it is today
Prairie Design Studio became a member of the HBA of F-M in 2008 when influenced by Ron Dick from Design 7 The idea of meeting other members that work in the industry and the group option for health insurance were the main appealing factors for Stokes Since then he has enjoyed the HBArsquos advocacy efforts for the building industry from state to federal government
A home built by Kim Stokes in 1980 with a greenhouse designed like a gaint solar panel that would be able to support the home
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 25
hBa oF F-M industry sPotliGht
NAI North Central bull Randy Cramer4445 2nd Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 364-0244
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoNAI North Central is a full-service commercial real
estate company focusing on land development and sales leasing and investment opportunities for all commercial real estate productsrdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoThe latest trend in the developmentbuilding industry is the movement of residential lots to both smaller and larger sizes While there remains availability in the mid-range lot we are finding gravitation toward smaller lots with more affordable housing that appeal to a large portion of the first-time home buyer market as well as some initial move-up markets For the customers who desire a larger home we work on creative ways to provide the lot sizes necessary to hold the house and keep the special assessments down As it has been in the past flood avoidance is a major component of new developments in our area Therefore most of the new developments (Rocking Horse Farm and Brooks Harbor) are along the flood-protected corridor south and west in Fargo and in West Fargo Flood mitigation will continue to be an area of concern for all municipalities in our market areardquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoOne of the bigger challenges facing our industry is the ever-increasing special assessment bills that attach to each new lot for sale While this challenge has been somewhat mitigated by the interest rate environment over the previous years the issue will become much more exacerbated if interest rates start to rise again Developers Realtors and municipalities will need to continue to work together to think of efficient ways in which to provide the infrastructure needed while limiting the costimpact to the new developments when they are establishedrdquo
NAI North Central AgentOwner Randy Cramer and BrokerOwner Tim Kerr
The Erik Hatch Team bull Erik Hatch1205 16th Ave S bull Fargo ND 58103
(701) 369-4839
What is your companyrsquos focusldquoThe Erik Hatch Team is in the
business of helping people We just happen to sell real estaterdquoWhat is the latest trend in your industry
ldquoHatch Realty is brand new to the Fargo area ndash and is led by broker Angie Nelson and owner Erik Hatch The Hatch Realty office is located on the corner of 16th Ave S and University Dr (the old pediatric
dentist building) Eleven agents and administrators make up Hatch RealtyThe Erik Hatch Team Erik Hatch was recently recognized by The Forumrsquos readers as the Best Realtor in the area and The Erik Hatch Team was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as the top selling real estate team in North Dakota Additionally Erik Hatch was just featured in Top Agent magazinerdquoWhat do you think is the biggest challenge facing the industry today and how are you dealing with it
ldquoThere is a radical inventory shortage for buyers in the area To combat this Hatch Realty is focused on helping as many sellers as possible with their move-up move-down and relocation needs In doing so they should be able to help the same number of buyers help find the new home of their dreams These efforts arenrsquot easy and it takes a team of specialists to handle the complexities of the real estate industry for a high number of clientsrdquo
ldquoThe focus on listings and sellers ndash educating them on the equity they may have in their home as well as the softer move-up market ndash will allow Hatch Realty and their clients the ultimate chance of successrdquo
Erik Hatch
Golf Outingsponsorships now available
June 17 amp July 8
Early-bird registrationavailable to paid sponsors
See the enclosed registration form or turn to page 18
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
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Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April26
Remodelers Council Focus Joel Harms Simonson Lumberby Krista Mund Communications Manager
Simonson Lumber is a fourth-generation family-owned-and-operated building materials supplier with locations in Fargo Grand Forks and Grafton
Joel Harms is director of building information management in Fargo and has been a member of the HBA of F-Mrsquos Remodelers Council since the 1990s He has an associatersquos degree from North Dakota State College of Science in architectural drafting and estimating technology specializing in roof trusses He has been at Simonson Lumber for 23 years as lead draftsman working in design with ArchiCad 3-D modeling and architectural design
The HBA Remodelers Council was formed in 1990 is responsible for planning the Fall Home Show The Council and its members are known to be very active within our area participating in many community service projects including Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and constructing wheelchair accessibility ramps
Harms has drawn plans for some of the many Remodelers Council projects His favorite part of being involved is seeing the finished product and the benefit it provides to the community
ldquoI feel a sense of personal pride and reward that comes from our group efforts to revitalize and meet the needs of community membersrdquo he says ldquoI like the way that we (everyone in the HBA) work closely to support our special needs citizens and we encourage anyone to be involved in this organizationrsquos community activitiesrdquo
More about Simonson LumberAccording to its website Simonson Lumberrsquos success has been founded upon
the following principlesbull Listen to customer needsbull Deliver the best possible value at a fair pricebull Always conduct business affairs with honesty and integrity andbull Treat employees with respect and dignityHarms says ldquoWe focus on supplying the community with superior customer
service and affordable products in making their house a homerdquoHe points out that Simonson has a new approach to remodeling and new
construction projectsldquoOur turn-around time on drawings and estimates are days instead of weeks
and we have a new 3-D modeling system that allows you to virtually fly around and through every room of your project You can spatially see your entire layout including detailed product selection such as cabinets shingles windows doors and staircasesrdquo
Remodelers Council yearly dues are $70 If you are interested in joining contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
2014 remodelers Council
Russ RichardsRebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc(Vice Chair)
Member CompaniesABC Seamless
Accent ContractingACME TOOLS
Allied Building Products CorpArvig Security amp Surveillance
Braaten Cabinets IncCasselton Lumber Inc
Crane Johnson Lumber CompanyDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Dave Anderson ConstructionDesign Direction Inc
Dustin Murray ConstructionFargo Linoleum CompanyFerguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting ShowroomFiske Construction LLP
Foam Doctorrsquos LLCGranites Unlimited
Home Heating Plumbing amp AC IncHomemakers Villa
Kochmann Brothers Homes IncLake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity
Laneyrsquos IncMarvin Windows amp DoorsMinnkota Windows Inc
NorandexOpp Construction
Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc
Red River Electric IncRRC Specialties Inc
Simonson LumberSmart Spaces IncStenerson Lumber
Stone Countertop OutletStone Holding Company
Studs to Rugs IncSyverson Tile amp Stone
Twin City Garage Door IncWestern Products Inc
ChairTom SpaethAccent Contracting
Ursula HegvikSmart Paces Inc(Past Chair)
news FroM the hBa oF F-M reModelers council
Joel Harms Simonson Lumber
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 27
Remodelers Council Picnic May 16The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 16
at the HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo The picnic runs 11 am - 1 pm The Council welcomes employees of all Council member companies and anyone interested in joining the group
The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHBrsquos Remodelers group and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interests of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom by 430 pm May 15 to attend the picnic or with any questions
Committee AccomplishmentsJoining a committee is a great way to meet industry
peers and network Read about each committee below and contact Allison Weckman if you want to learn more about joining (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom
Education This committee develops education programs for the
Association It provides an abundance of choices to fulfill continuing education credits required by Minnesota for builder licensing The committeersquos purpose is to assist the development professionalism and profitability of HBA members and the industryChairperson Stephanie Lindemann Heritage Homes
The Education Committee has wrapped up its busiest time of year hosting continuing education for Minnesota building contractors electricians plumbers and power limited technicians it has served over 230 contractors already with necessary education to keep their licenses current In addition HBA staff wrote a grant to fund a free OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course in December which attracted 25 attendees and a free OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course which had nearly 50 attend
Next Meeting 8 am May 6
Events CommitteeThis committee handles programming and entertainment
for the five Association Member Meetings coordinates the two annual HBA Golf Outings held in June and July and the Home amp Garden Show held each February Its purpose is to provide creative ideas and support for coordination as well as logistics during each of these eventsChairperson Diana Stead Stone Holding Company
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show wrapped up another sold out show with just over 330
exhibitors and attendance came in around 8900 consumers The Events Committee is now busy planning this yearrsquos Golf Outings scheduled for Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Be on the lookout for registration information Remember to get out to the Member Meetings as this is how the Association shows appreciation back to its members through awards recognition and achievement ndash plus they have great networking and opportunities to create new business relationships and friendships
Next meeting 815 am April 11
Parade of HomesA ldquoParade of Homesrdquo is designed to promote HBA
Builder members to consumers It serves to boost home sales and raises the level of recognition for Builder members This committee is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and promoting the spring and fall ParadesChairperson Kim Krueger-Tehan Krueger Construction and Castle Realty
The Parade of Homes committee is excited to announce that there will be 72 homes in this yearrsquos 54th Annual Spring Parade of Homes including four featured homes It will now run two four-day weekends April 24-27 and May 1-4 Hours will be 4-8 pm Thursday-Friday and Noon-5 pm Saturday-Sunday The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 13 at the Ramada Plaza amp Suites
Next Meeting 330 pm May 19
Public IssuesThe Public Issues Committee is responsible for keeping
tabs on governmental action that affects the industry and then informing the industry on the status of those issuesChairperson Paul Lindemann Lindemann Finish Carpentry Inc
Committee Accomplishments continued on page 30
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April28
2014 Home Builders CareBoard of Trustees
DAN PARROW(Vice President)
BOB KOCHMANN(Secretary)
CASEY BECKERLEG(Treasurer)
CHAD MALOY(Past President)
CARL BLANK
RANDY CRAMER
JESSICA GRONDAHL
MONICA HART
BRAD MORRIS
ANDY NELSON
STAN BIRKY(HBA Liaison)
ISR Homes
Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc
Stenerson Lumber
Gate City Bank
Structural Materials Inc
NAI North Central
CrossFit Fargo
Monica Hart Interior Design Inc
Casselton Lumber Inc
Lavelle Company
Stan Birky Construction Inc
The foundation created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization
It was established with funds donated by HBA members fundraising events and the HBA itself The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder remodeler and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition construction and remodeling
The HBA of F-M handles the administrative duties for the foundation at no charge Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work
PresidentMike AndersonBierschbach Equipment amp Supply
news FroM the hoMe Builders care Foundation
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Momentum for the 2014 Home Builders Care Build is starting to gather Our build will be located in south Moorhead and the family for our project is an armed-services veteran mother and her daughter This build will be the first-ever Veteran Build in our area We plan to break ground in May and are starting to gather donations of materials and labor Here is a list of some of the things we know that we need
Remember that Habitat Homes are modest and every donation is included in the mortgage value of the house so please make your donations accordingly Start thinking about supporting the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades
The Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades is coming up June 2-13 We need the support of the industry to make this Academy a success This is one of the biggest ways that Home Builders Care supports workforce development We are trying to interest young people in our industry and the Academy is a great way to do that For only $75 you can help a student attend the Academy and offset the costs of materials tools and instructors Become an Adopt-A-Student sponsor today
We will also be looking for contractors to work with the students during the Academy If you are interested in helping out please contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Applications are available at wwwhbcfmcom for students ages 15 and older who are interested in attending the Academy If you know of any student who should attend contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom and she will be happy to send an application out
bull Concrete materials bull Trusses floor and roofbull Plumbing 50-gallon electric
water heater (could be tankless)bull Electrical trim and fixturesbull Lighting $1500 maximum
allowance for home owner to choose fixtures
bull HVAC a gas forced-air furnace 95 to 99-percent efficient rough-in and duct work
bull Lumberbull Shingles and all roofing
materials bull Soffit fascia and f-channelbull Exterior doors and windowsbull Interior doorsbull Garage door and opener
bull Drywallbull Tape texturing and paintingbull Insulationbull Cabinets and vanitiesbull Countertopsbull Flooringbull Landscapingbull On-site waste roll-off dumpster
and landfill feesbull Utilities during buildbull Nails and fastenersbull Caulkingbull Adhesive for sub-floorsbull Tyvekbull Port-A-Pottybull Storm water maintenancebull Window treatmentsbull Closet shelves
2014 Home Builders Care Build with Lake Agassiz
Habitat for Humanity
Cash DonorsFargo-Moorhead AM Rotary
ClubTour de Habitat
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Material DonorsEid-Co Buildings Inc
Vivid Interiors
HBC continued on next page
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 29
Support Your FoundationHBA of F-M members have many ways to support
Home Builders Care The HBC board challenges you to find at least one way that works for you to give back to your foundation
bull Monetary donations are always appreciated and we have numerous recognition programs (see sidebar for levels) The Triple Player was set up to recognize those HBA members who support the HBA through membership dues invest at least $365 in NDAB PAC and donate at least $365 to Home Builders Care
bull Use Goodsearch and Goodshop when searching and shopping online Make sure you type in Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation as the group you support Goodshop also offers discounts and coupons so you can get a little something for yourself while giving back
bull Take your aluminum magazines and paper recycling to Minnkota Recycling and indicate that you want the proceeds to go to Home Builders Care
bull Host us at any public or networking event you organize We have found these events are great for spreading awareness about Home Builders Care while raising some money
bull Adopt a Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades student for the 2014 session For only $75 you can help us provide this course to area high schoolers
bull Volunteer at the Health Tech amp Trades Career Expo in December We always need people to represent our industry Start planning an interactive booth now
bull Give a donation to Home Builders Care as a gift We are more than happy to provide brochures or cards announcing a donation you made on behalf of a client
HBC continued from previous page
2014Home Builders Care Foundation Donors
Gold DonorsNorandex
Bronze DonorsSylvia Lunski Design Direction Inc
Lampert LumberEric Rokke Rokke Construction
Adopt-A-StudentClay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Inc
John GunkelmanDakota Construction of Fargo Inc
Ryan HossNancy Kelly Labor Masters
Structural Materials IncTerry Becker Terry Becker Construction LLC
Jeff Swenson Twin City Garage Door Inc
Framework for the FutureFramework for the Future is Home Builders Care Foundationrsquos long-term fundraising initiative to build the endowment fund to maintain current giving support additional projects and provide for endowment growth
HBC hopes to become self-sustaining while also increasing its impact on the industry and community
bull Triple Players HBA recognition program that donors can join when they have in addition to paying HBA membership dues invested in NDAB-PAC as a dollar-a-day contributor and made a donation to HBC for at least $365 each
bull Trades for Grades donors Allows donors to name scholarships and designate schools to which the funds must be given
bull Builders Club Exclusive group of donors who pledge at least $500 per year for five years or a total of $2500+
bull Bronze donors $1-$49999
bull Silver donors $500-$199999
bull Gold donors $2000 plusConsider making your donation today and supporting
HBCrsquos efforts in 2014 HBC is the charitable arm of the HBA of F-M The
Foundation is dedicated to showing that home builders care about the community by awarding scholarships to local students interested in the construction trades and working on projects that support housing in the area
Cash and checks are always welcome Become a legacy donor and remember HBC in your will Talk to your attorney today For more information contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
Join a committee in 2014Stay connected with your HBA
Your HBA of F-M is here to support you Not only do you make the Association what it is but we rely on people like you to serve on committees to ensure the HBA of F-M is always moving in the right direction to best serve the membership
Whether you are interested in public issues events education or membership development and retention we have a committee for you
Just ask our Association leaders and they will tell you that committee and board involvement has been invaluable to their personal growth and networking within our local home building community
For more details on any committee contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or at allisonwhbafmcom
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
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OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April30
Council and has its own dues structure It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members providing information certification education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonwhbafmcom to attend the picnic or with any questionsPre-order student-built sheds support Construction Trades Academy
Student-built sheds will be available for sale through the 2014 Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades Prices start at around $1750 for an 8rsquo x 12rsquo shed Contact Dave Kraemer at (218) 299-6912 or davidkraemerminnesotaedu by May 15 if you are interested in pre-ordering Limited customization is possible Sheds will be complete by July and proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Academy in the future2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Mark your calanders The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept 13-14 A first entry is $600 and any additional entries are $225 For more information contact Lindsey Nogosek at (701) 232-5846 or lindseyhbafmcom
Briefs continued from page 5
reinforces the dominance of the dollar and thus improves its stability That is at least partly why for the past 15 years 60 percent of world foreign exchange reserves have consistently been in dollars Were that percentage to slowly fall to 50 percent over the next few decades it would matter relatively little To sum up despite lots of talk there exists no strong competitor to the US dollar and one is unlikely to appear anytime soon
Elliot Eisenberg PhD is president of GraphsandLaughs LLC and can be reached at Elliotgraphsandlaughsnet Find his daily 70 word economics and policy blog at wwwecon70com
The Public Issues Committee is still working on a number of federal legislative and regulatory issues along with continued support of the F-M Diversion Its members worked hard to oppose Minnesotarsquos ldquosprinkler mandaterdquo and with local communities on issues such as storm water compliance and a new building code adaptation Members also continue to assist our federal delegation in advocating on behalf of reasonable flood insurance We also look forward to developing relationships with the many new members of Moorheadrsquos city council and will be planning candidate forums for the upcoming North Dakota state and local races Some key upcoming issues include the resurgence of the group advocating for elimination of property taxes continuing to advocate for maintaining FEMArsquos ldquobasement exceptionrdquo for the F-M region and Minnesota adopting a new building code
Next meeting 1130 am April 22Remodelers Council
This council represents the remodeling industry in the local HBA of F-M through national Remodelers membership It has its own dues and community service projects and is the committee behind planning the Fall Home Show and Remodeled Home Tour
Chairperson Tom Spaeth Accent ContractingThe Remodelers Council is excited to again be hosting a Remodelers Council
Picnic on May 16 to celebrate National Home Remodeling Month and to encourage others in the remodeling industry to join the council Please plan to join us for a picnic lunch on the HBA lawn 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Next meeting 8 am May 15
New Member Development amp Retention CommitteeThis combined committee looks for new and creative ways of recruiting and
welcoming new members and develops programs to remind members of the value of their membership It explores reasons why members join and leave is responsible for contacting all members and also reviews the NAHB membership status report on a monthly basis
Chairperson Drew Likness Chase RealtyThe membership committee is excited that we started the year off with over
800 members (802 to be exact) As part of the HBArsquos strategic planning process the committee also decided to implement a new plan to recognize new members at our membership meetings If you see a member wearing a nametag with a gold border that means they are a new member Please be sure to introduce yourself and make them feel welcome
Next meeting Noon April 14PAC
This committee works with the Public Issue committee to coordinate fundraising efforts for North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo political action committee (NDAB-PAC) and the National Association of Home Builderrsquos political action committee (BUILD-PAC) It is involved with setting guidelines for PAC giving policies and its members have the final vote on distribution of PAC funds the association distributes to local candidates running for office
Chairperson Tyrone Leslie Heritage HomesPAC fundraising for 2014 has started If you want to contribute contact the
HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or infohbafmcomNext meeting 1230 pm April 22
Eisenberg continued from page 14
Committee Accomplishments continued from page 27
Mark your calendars2014 Remodeled Home Tour
Sept 13-14 First Entry cost $600
Additional Entriesrsquo cost $225
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
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SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 31
Teams FeaturingHBA Members
The A-TeamDave AndersonAdam Stranik
Lenay AndersonMarissa StranikLisa AndersonJosh Anderson
Spin DoctorsDarla SkaurudCarlita Deitz
Darrick GuthmillerPaul KrabbenhoftRobin SwansonDave Janssen
Countertop CutiesBrad MedunaMandi SmithNate Lewis
Dawn LovettJoyce Balstad
Jordan Hoffman
We NOT FitJames Hand
Brian HansonStephanie Lindemann
Nate LotvedtWayne McGrathRob Margheim
Eric Smith
Accent RaidersTaylor BaldwinNich Geraghty
Tom SpaethTyler SpaethZach Spaeth
Sonja Stordahl
FM Rotary RidersSharon CaspersSylvia Lunski
Jen MillerTom Newberger
Kristi HuberChris Feickert
Photos top to bottom Accent Raiders HBA of F-M President Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction Inc Spin Doctors
2014 Tour De Habitat Recapby Olivia CobbLake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Resource Development VISTA
Thanks to all the supporters and volunteers the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity 11th Tour de Habitat event was a success bringing in over $12000
On March 8 at Courts Plus Fitness Center 14 teams joined in our stationary bike race raising funds and awareness about the lack of affordable housing in Cass and Clay counties All funds raised will support Lake Agassiz Habitat and the three upcoming builds including the 50th home built by Habitat in our community and your HBA of F-M Veteran Build See photos below
Thank you 2014 Tour de Habitat SponsorsEvent Sponsor Essentia Health
Supporting Sponsors KLJ and Thrivent
Sponsors Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
Heritage Homes Valley Lights
North Dakota Interior DesignersCourts Plus Fitness
First Choice ApparelDigital Rhythm
Tour de Habitat Awards
Most Money Raised (Team)The PRrrrs $2275
Most Money Raised (Individual)Katie Kluver $1050 with The
PRrrrs
Most Miles (Team)Accent Raiders 416 miles
Most Miles (Female)Taylor Baldwin 70 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Most Miles (Male)Tyler Spaeth 77 miles with the
Accent Raiders
Team SpiritPremier Peddlers
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
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SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
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Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
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1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April32
Above A view of the field Below David Sheinkopf gives some helpful tips
2014 Home amp Garden Show sees great weather attendanceby Lindsey Nogosek Events Coordinator
The 53rd Annual Red River Valley Home amp Garden Show ran Feb 21- 23 and wrapped up with another sold-out show of over 330 exhibitors The Fargodome once again provided a great venue allowing exhibitors to showcase their skills and talents and give
consumers a wide variety of services and products under one roof
Great weather finally prevailed on the Show and our attendance came in at just under 8900 consumers Consumers came
from around the region and many again took advantage of our 2-for-1 admission hours on both Friday and Sunday
Seminars by HGTVrsquos Design on a Dime host David Sheinkopf plus those by show sponsors and show exhibitors added fun to the event while also giving out great info and tips for consumers to take home and apply in their own lives
The kids workshop sponsored by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity offered a great way for children to use their creativity and imagination
Dan Parrow ISR Homes Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty John Gunkelman Dakota Construction of Fargo Inc and Mike Anderson Bierschbach Equipment amp Supply work in the HBA and Home Builders Care Booth
David Sheinkopf on Vally News Live
Kids workshop coordinated by Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity
Above Maria Bosak owner of Eco Chic Boutique demonstrates the popular trend of chalk paint
Right Jack Sunday KFGO and HBA of F-M Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 33
THANK YOU
Speakers ABC Seamless
Accent Kitchen amp Bath Building Concepts
Chase Realty Coldwell Banker First
RealtyEco Chic Boutique
Fargo Glass amp Paint CoHebron Brick Supply Co
Heritage HomesHome Heating Plumbing amp
AC IncHot Springs Spas amp Pool
Tables 2Kochmann Brothers Homes
Inc Laneyrsquos Inc
Olson Pools amp SpasOne Hour Heating amp Air
Conditioning and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Opp ConstructionPatio World
Park Co RealtorsSite on SoundTubs of Fun
Western Products Inc
NAHB Student ChapterNorth Dakota State
University
Material Providers Baker Nursery Garden amp Gift
Dakota Construction of Fargo IncHirshfieldrsquos
Minnesota State Community amp Technical College
Events CommitteeHBA and HBC volunteers
All exhibitors
Platinum Sponsor AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75 AdoptA
Student
Herdina A
cademy for the C
onstruction Trades proudly supported by H
BA of F-M and H
ome Builders C
are Foundation
Help area high school students attend theHerdina Academy for the Construction Trades
Your adoption contribution helps keep the student registration fee for the Academy nominal It defrays the cost of materials instructor fees and tools
What is the academyThis program introduces high school students to specialty occupations in the construction industry Students work side-by-side with industry and educational professionals learning about occupations tools safety requirements and skills required for satisfying and well-paying careers in our industry There is no other program like this for students to experience the homebuilding business hands-on mentored by area contractors
What you get by adopting a studentbull The tax benefit of a charitable donationbull The satisfaction of helping a student attend the
Herdina Academy for the Construction TradesRecognitionbull In the HBA of F-Mrsquos monthly newsletter the
Plains Builderbull During the Academyrsquos sponsor luncheonbull At the Academyrsquos graduation ceremony
__Yes I want to sponsor a studentName_______________________________Company____________________________Address_____________________________CityStateZip_________________________EMail_______________________________Telephone____________________________Fax_________________________________Please make your check payable to Home Builders Care Foundation HBC will forward the donation to the Academy By donating through Home Builders Care a 501(c)3 charitable organization your donation is tax deductible
Thank you People like you demonstrate that builders and the building industry care
Contribute
$75Electronic Sponsor
Exhibitor Beverage Sponsor
Seminar Sponsor
Association Support Sponsor
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April34
legislative sessionbull 2014 elections - The board discussed this yearrsquos
upcoming state legislative races procedures for campaign support and ways to streamline the local associationsrsquo involvement in the process of determining support for candidates
bull Update from ND Secretary of State Al Jaeger - Jaegerrsquos office manages North Dakotarsquos contractor licensing He gave a report at NDABrsquos meeting and said renewal of North Dakotarsquos active contractors jumped from 7366 in June 2009 to 12873 as of February ndash a 75 percent increase As a result renewals are delayed since the deadline to apply was March 1
bull Measure 2 - The group in 2012 that brought Measure 2 up for vote is back with a new campaign to eliminate property tax There is also another campaign to force local governments into state-mandated budget schedules that some say could destroy the flexibility that local governments need to adjust spending to changing needs
bull Chamber coalition - North Dakota for Common Sense - The NDAB board voted to join this coalition that opposes the proposed Clean Water Wildlife and Parks Amendment Those involved with the coalition believe that this amendment spends too much money with too little flexibility It commits 5 percent of North Dakotarsquos oil extraction tax to a new conservation fund The 5 percent is conservatively estimated at $300 to $400 million per bienniumIn addition to these important issues there were many
administrative items on this meetingrsquos agenda as NDAB and its new staff go through association bylaws as well as some of its policies and procedures for PAC technology and communications NDABrsquos sponsorship program is going strong with $15000 raised already this year compared to $18000 raised all of last year
Thanks again to NDAB for hosting this meeting and organizing our Congressional visits too We look forward to a great year and more planning this summer and fall
HBA of F-M representatives attending NDABrsquos board
meetingbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Jason Eid Eid-Co Buildings Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA Executive Vice
Presidentbull John Koerselman Red River Drywall
amp Painting Services Incbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist
Construction Incbull Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen amp
Lighting Showroombull Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting
HBA of F-M representativesat BAMrsquos
Builder Day at the Capitolbull Clay Dietrich Dietrich Homes Incbull Carlita Dietz Jay Dietz Construction
Incbull Bryce Johnson HBA executive vice
presidentbull Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker
First Realtybull Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust
Thank you all for volunteering
NDAB recap continued from page 17to the state building code to allow regulations that are no less restrictive than neighboring cities creating a level
playing field in the F-M metro marketplace All three legislators are very supportive Sen Eken and Rep Lien co-authored the bill Code differences add up to cost differences when a consumer is making a residential housing decision Of primary concern to the HBA of F-M the city of Moorhead and the city of Dilworth is the mandate for fire sprinklers included in the Minnesota building code to be enacted in 2014 Required in homes 4500 sq ft or larger this change will add $9000 to the cost of a home and create significant disparity between the Minnesota and North Dakota markets
We also addressed BAMrsquos building industry priorities for this session which include the followingbull Prohibiting the home indoor sprinkler mandate - With the code process nearing completion BAM looks to influence the legislature to prohibit the home sprinkler mandate in the 2014 session BAM leads an effort for discussion leading to an adjustment of the new code requirement of sprinklersbull Repealing B2B taxes - With a budget surplus BAMrsquos stance is that the state doesnrsquot need regressive hidden business-to-business sales and use taxes on services BAM would like to see the B2B taxes
repealed and it looks as though this issue has bi-partisan support
bull Enforce and inspect the building code statewide - In rural areas the building code is not always enforced BAM looks to pass legislation to level the playing field for the safety of consumers and the economic health of the residential construction industry
bull Subcontractor registration pilot project - BAM would like to see this pilot project expire June 30 2014 as it creates a heavy burden for subcontractors to achieve compliance
bull Reject builder-pay attorney fees - BAM opposes legislation which proposes adding language that a home owner may receive attorney fees in 327A home warranty disputes if they are the prevailing party
BAM recap continued from page 17
Mark your calendar Spring Parade of Homes April 24-27 May 1- 4
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 35
Donrsquot leave money on the table check out member rebate program
No one likes to leave money on the table So what if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nationrsquos leading housing industry product suppliers Well now you can
The North Dakota Association of Buildersrsquo Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line
For the minimal effort of informing NDAB about home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project yoursquoll be putting money back in your pocket
Both Builder and Remodeler companies no matter how large or small qualify for the program and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer No change needed in your business practices
Besides the money the next-best part of the program is that it doesnrsquot change the way you do business You are not required to submit receipts and you do not have to change how you purchase products NDAB does the paperwork collects the money and mails quarterly rebate checks directlyRegister online
To start receiving your rebate please register online at wwwhbarebatescomndabhtml
Thank You2014 Education Sponsors
Minnesota ContractorContinuing Education
Instructors Dan Butler Darrell George and Scott Tripp Building Products Inc
ElectricalContinuing Education
OSHA Classes
PlumbingContinuing Education
Power Limited TechnicianContinuing Education
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April36
Thanks to these members who have renewed their membership and continue supporting the HBA of F-M The number of years theyrsquove been members is reflected behind the company name If you notice discrepancies please let us know so we can update our records (701) 232-5846 (Allow 60 days for name to reappear)
hBa oF F-M MeMBer renewal rePort
Update your HBA Membership Directory amp Consumer Guide
Non-renewals
Kadoun Hardwood Flooring Associate bull Jesse Hentges bull (701) 799-8790
Red River Tile Associate bull Scott Kazmierczak bull (701) 306-1122
Xcel Energy 52Funfar Construction Inc 35LTP Enterprises Inc 31Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 31Rigels Inc 30TruGreen 30Refrigeration-Heating Inc 30Fabricators Unlimited 29Greener Plains Contracting 29Wayne Welle Construction amp Cabinetry Inc 25REMAX Realty 1 23Lindsay Crystal Pure Water 21G amp T Plumbing amp Heating Inc 21Menardrsquos 21Lindemann Concrete Construction LLC 19Hoiberg Construction Inc 19Dietrich Homes Inc 19Sig Olson amp Sons Plastering Inc 19Landmark Homes 18Terry Becker Construction LLC 16G amp M Lathing Contractors Inc 15Peplawn Inc 14Swanston Equipment 12
Tobias Paint Glass amp Decorating Inc 10Red River Glazing Inc 10David Lean Construction 9Deersquos Sunshine Cleaning and Organizing LLC 9Innovative Basement Systems amp Egress Windows 9Olympic Sales Inc 8Tony Eckert amp Sons 7Pro Landscapers LLC 6Tester and Holman Construction 6Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead 6Agassiz Underground 5Deyle Construction 4KT Realty 4Kassenborg Construction Inc4Dabbert Custom Homes 4Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Inc 3Rick Halvorson Construction 3Broberg-Gerdes Partners 3Serenity Homes of Fargo-Moorhead LLC 2Ceramic Tileworks 2Bennettrsquos Home Repair1The Color Wheel 1Nick Meyer Homes 1
609 Main Avenue bull Moorhead MN2182336104
wwwRIGELScom
Bringsomeone new
Sharethe experience
Expandyour network
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead encourages you to bring someone new to the next big event
SEE YOU THERE
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains BuilderApril 37
hBa oF F-M new MeMBer rePort
to our new membersWelcome
Name Company RecruitedDarrick Guthmiller Kochmann Brothers Homes Inc 4Dawn Schmitt Braaten Cabinets Inc 2Ken Krajsa Bell State Bank amp Trust 2John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services Inc 2Terry Lipp Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Showroom 1Steve Meyer Lamperts Lumber 1Ryan Hoss 1Ron Dick Design 7 1Riley Rude Western State Bank 1Paul Krabbenhoft Coldwell Banker First Realty 1Pat Bellmore Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Nancy Michelsen Vivid Interiors 1Lori Funfar Deckmasters 1Les Stenerson Stenerson Lumber 1Joel Peterson JDP Electric 1Jo Carney Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND1Jim Gast Gast Construction Co Inc 1Isaac Johnson Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Gary Orth Cornerstone Specialties Inc 1Galen Gess Windows Plus 1Drew Likness Chase Realty 1Don Dabbert Jr Dabbert Custom Homes 1Dean Halvorson Home Improvement by Stenersons Inc 1Dan VanWinkle First Class Mortgage 1Dan Lindquist Dan Lindquist Construction Inc 1Chris Kulesa Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 1Casey Beckerleg Stenerson Lumber 1Paul Linstad Grantrsquos Mechanical Inc 1
2014 Membership Drive Contenders(November 2013 - October 2014)
These members have kicked off the 2014 Membership Drive with great recruitment efforts Each member who recruits at least one new member between Nov 1 2013 and
Oct 31 2014 will be placed into a drawing for prizes at the end of 2014
Carpet Mill ClubFlooringJeremiah Johnson2402 7th Ave N Ste 1Fargo ND 58102-3282(701) 293-8738Sponsor Ken KrajsaBell State Bank amp Trust
Langer PaintingPainting amp Staining-ContractorNita Langer719 14th Ave EWest Fargo ND 58078(701) 840-1408Sponsor John Koerselman Red River Drywall amp Painting Services
Eastern Dakota Housing AllianceDevelopersGrace Backman4357 13th Ave SW Ste 212Fargo ND 58103(701) 364-2833
Thank you to all members for your recruiting and retention efforts
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
2014 Plains Builder April38
calendar oF events bullApril 2014
April 1 Education Committee 8 am
April 2 Home Builders Care Board Meeting 1130 am
April 11 Events Committee 815 am
April 13 Palm Sunday
April 14 New Member Dev amp Retention Committee Noon
April 14 HBA Executive Committee Meeting 3 pm
April 15 HBA Board of Directors Meeting 11 am
April 18 Good Friday ( HBA closes at 2 pm)
April 20 Easter
April 22 Public Issues Committee Meeting 1130 am
April 22 PAC Committee Meeting 1230 pm
April 24-27 amp May 1-4 2014 Spring Parade of Homes
advertiser indexACME TOOLS 27
Aggregate Industries Inc - North Central Region 35
Bell State Bank amp Trust 22
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND 21
Butler Machinery Company 21
BW Insurance Agency Inc 19
Camrud-Foss Concrete Constr Inc 19
Carpet World 19
Cass County Abstract Company 22
Cass County Electric Cooperative 19
Coldwell Banker First Realty 7
Crane Johnson Lumber Company 40
DECKMASTERS 21
Goodin Company 39
Hauck amp Buchholz Drywall Inc 7
Lamperts Lumber 17
Mid-States Truss Company 40
Minnkota Windows Inc 2
Northland Truss Systems Inc 38
Property Resources Group 15
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore 22
Rigels Inc 36
Stenerson Lumber 19
The Title Company 22
Xcel Energy 3
Interested in advertising Contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jennyhbafmcom
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
PRESORTEDSTANDARD
US POSTAGE PAIDFARGO ND
PERMIT NO 1387est 1956
Home Builders Associationof Fargo-Moorhead
1802 32nd Ave SFargo ND 58103wwwhbafmcom | infohbafmcom(701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
Fabsupply
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade
I n c o r p o r a t e d
The Look of Granite Countertops Without the Price
SPRING CARNIVAL MIRAGE FINISH WITH AEONtrade 1876K-35
Brazilian granite featuring large-scale areas of elegantsoft white with grey and almond accents
Realism inspired from the original stone slab
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
828 NP Ave | Fargo ND 58102 7012980644 | fabricatorssupplynetWholesale To Trade Fabsupply
This collection of laminates offers homeowners the beauty and durability of real stone at an affordable priceInspired by coveted granite from the worldrsquos most exotic quarries countertops have never looked more realistic with natural flow patterns and mineral details
WILSONARTreg HDreg CARNIVAL COLLECTION
1876K-35 Spring Carnival
1875K-35 Summer Carnival
1874K-35 Winter Carnival
1873K-35 Florence Gold
1872K-35 Bianco Romano
1871K-35 Golden Romano
1870K-55 Cosmos Granite
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
OSHA 10-Hour Training for HBA of F-M membersSpace is limited Register early
Instructed by Mylon Stark Big Picture Safety LLCMylon Stark has been involved in the safety industry for over 20 years serving as a safety professional and a training advisor He developed a program to reduce back injuries for a major electric utility and developed and delivered an OSHA 10- and 30-hour general industry and construction outreach training in Singapore Thailand Malaysia and Western Europe and the Pacific Rim One of Starkrsquos major accomplishments is being the only management person to conduct safety training and serve as a keynote speaker to United Steelworkers International Safety ConferenceHe is certified in safety management and is principal at Big Picture Safety LLC He previously worked for the Associated General Contractors of South Dakota Integrated Electrical Services Clow Valve Services Seagate Technology and Minnesota OSHA
10
Name__________________________________________ Company_______________________________________Billing Address (of credit card if used)__________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________Email____________________________Telephone_________________________________________________________________________________________Please use my credit card (circle one) VisaMastercard ____________________________________________________Exp________ VIN (3 digits on back)__________________
Return form amp payment to HBA of F-M 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103 P (701) 232-5846 | F (701) 280-1108 | infohbafmcom
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course8 am - 5 pm April 298 am - noon April 30
Cass County Electric CooperativeEnventis3312 42nd St S Fargo
q HBA Member (FREE) q Non Member ($75)1_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________2_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________3_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________4_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________5_______________________________________Phone (____)__________Email ______________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________
Provided through a grant by Workforce Safety amp Insurance
FREESponsored By
This class is designed for construction workers foremen job supervisors safety coordinators and anyone else involved in the construction industry Topics include (but are not limited to) bull Electrical Safetybull Fall Protectionbull Caught-In-Between and Struck-By Hazards (during excavation and when using machinery and tools)bull Hazard Communication for Constructionbull Personal Protective amp Lifesaving Equipment
DID YOU KNOWTypical market cost forOSHA 10-Hour is ~ $150HBA members get it FREE
A minimum of 20 registrants is required by April 21 or the class will be canceled All registrants must be pre-paid and received at least seven days before the class Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven days before the class (April 22) Member registrants who do not cancel seven days before class will be charged a $75 cancellation fee
A class minimum of 20 is requiredRegistrationpayment deadline April 21Member cancellation deadline to avoid fee April 22
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
Tuesday June 17 amp
Tuesday July 8(Rain dates June 24 amp July 22)
Oxbow Country Club130 Oxbow Dr Oxbow ND
Schedule1030 am Tips from the Pro1015 - 1115 am Registration1130 am Shotgun Start530 pm Dinner
$320 team of fouror
$80 per person (Includes green fees golf carts golf tips dinner and prizes)
Registration form must be received the Friday prior to chosen event date
Payment must accompany the form
Cancellations must be made by June 10 orJuly 1 respectively to receive a refund
Sponsorship Contract
Full Event $250June17 Sponsor $150 July 8 Sponsor $150
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead1802 32nd Ave S Fargo ND 58103Phone (701) 232-5846 Fax (701) 280-1108 | lindseyhbafmcom
The HBA of F-Mrsquos Annual Golf Outing offers two separate afternoon flights for members only Tuesday June 17 and Tuesday July 8 Sponsors receive Early Bird Registration plus the great benefits listed below Early Bird Registration begins April 22 and is open to SPONSORS ONLY Sponsorship must be confirmed including signed form and payment by April 21 to be eligible Open registration will begin May 1 with forms published in the May issue of the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
Choose one of the followingFull-Event
Sponsor extra benefits
bull Company listing linked with company website andor Facebook page from HBA website and Facebook page
bull Company verbally recognized during dinner
bull First chance to register a second foursome if space is available May 16-23 Second registration open to all other companies May 23
Sponsor Benefitsbull Company name on sponsor
sign at a hole displayed during golf tips prior to the event during lunch and dinner listed on scorecard programs HBA website on the HBA Facebook page and in the HBA newsletter the Plains Builder
bull Eligible to register one foursome during Early Bird Registration starting April 22 Registration opens to the entire HBA membership May 1 Registration cost not included in sponsorship
bull Option to provide the following (please indicate choices below)
___ Promotional item donated for golf bags given to each individual player (up to 144 per day) List items (ie pens paper pads golf tees coozie snacks etc)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Supply door prize donated (sponsor can only provide door prizes for both dates if full-event sponsor)
Item____________________________________________________________
___ Host a game on a hole (sponsor can only host a game for both dates if full-event sponsor) Games are subject to approval to ensure consistent play
on course
Game ________________
Hole (not guaranteed)__________ Prize_______________________________
Company_________________________________________Contact___________________________________________Email________________________Phone_______________Website___________________________________________Facebook page __________________________________
Signature_________________________ Date__________
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there
Yoursquore invitedRemodelerrsquos Council Picnic
Join us as we celebrate the remodeling industry
with a free lunch
What Remodelers Council Picnic
When 11 am - 1 pm May 16
Where Home Builders Association 1802 32nd Ave S Fargo
Menu Brats with all the fixings potato salad chips beverages
Please pre-registerso we can be sure to have enough food
(701) 232-5846 or email allisonwhbafmcom
This event is open to all members
We hope to see you there