President’s Message 2 Upcoming Events 3 The Nic on 5th 4 Remembering J. Quellhorst 4 Advocacy Briefs 5 Thank you! 6-9 Welcome New Members 9 Member in the Spotlight 10-11 Engineers Association 12 December 2013 Thank you! A heartfelt thanks from BOMA staff to all of the member volunteers who make this Association work! An incredible one out of every five BOMA members is either serving on a committee or somehow volunteering time to serve the organization. Look for your name in this edition, circle it, bring it with you to your annual performance review, leave it on the table in the employee break room, post it on the bulletin board, send it to your property’s owner. But most of all, take pride in the organization that we have collectively built! Turn to page 6 to see the committees, councils, and endeavors that make up BOMA Greater Minneapolis. Thank you all and warm wishes for a happy holiday season! Introducing a New 2014 BOMA Bulletin! Beginning in 2014, we will be producing 1 digital newsletter per week and 4 print newsletters per year. The weekly newsletters will include meeting notices, advocacy alerts, and other crucial information in a quick-read format. Don’t miss it! Events Advocacy Alerts Committee Meeting Reminders 1 weekly email ...coming to you in 2014!
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President’s Message 2Upcoming Events 3The Nic on 5th 4
Remembering J. Quellhorst 4Advocacy Briefs 5Thank you! 6-9
Welcome New Members 9Member in the Spotlight 10-11Engineers Association 12
December 2013
Thank you!A heartfelt thanks from BOMA staff to all of the member volunteers who make this Association work! An incredible one out of every five BOMA members is either serving on a committee or somehow volunteering time to serve the organization.
Look for your name in this edition, circle it, bring it with you to your annual performance review, leave it on the table in the employee break room, post it on the bulletin board, send it to your property’s owner. But most of all, take pride in the organization that we have collectively built! Turn to page 6 to see the committees, councils, and endeavors that make up BOMA Greater Minneapolis.
Thank you all and warm wishes for a happy holiday season!
Introducing a New 2014 BOMA Bulletin!Beginning in 2014, we will be producing
1 digital newsletter per week and
4 print newsletters per year.
The weekly newsletters will include meeting notices, advocacy alerts, and other crucial information in a quick-read format. Don’t miss it!
EventsAdvocacy Alerts
Committee Meeting Reminders
1 weekly email...coming to you in 2014!
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BOMA Greater Minneapolis
www.bomampls.org121 South 8th Street, Suite 610Minneapolis, MN 55402-2825
Phone: 612-338-8627Fax: 612-340-9744
The BOMA NewsletterSheila Miller, Editor and Publisher
Statements and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily represent the opinion of BOMA or its membership. Articles may be reprinted only by written authority of the editor.
DISCLAIMER: All advertisements are accepted and published by the publisher upon representation that the Agency and/or Advertiser is authorized to publish the entire contents and subject matter thereof. The Agency and/or Advertiser will indemnify and hold harmless the publishers, the employees and agents of the publisher from any loss or expense from claims or suits based upon contents of any advertisement including claims or suits for defamation, libel, violation of rights of privacy, plagiarism and copyright infringement.
Officers
President: Jon A. Kuskie, Zeller Realty Group
Vice President: David K. Wright, FMA, RPAUS Bank Corporate Real Estate
Secretary/Treasurer: Kimberly K. Ihle, CPM, RPA, CCIMCBRE
Directors
Kevin A. Connolly, CPM, RPACushman & Wakefield | NorthMarq
David R. Dabson, RPA, CCIMPiedmont Office Realty Trust, Inc.
Lynette Dumalag, Nelson, Tietz & Hoye, Inc.
Susan J. Goldstein, Xcel Energy
Brett K. Greenfield, Colliers International
Michael A. Hagen, The 614 Company
Tanya J. Hemphill, RPA, CPM, CCIMInvestors Real Estate Trust
Tom W. Heuer, Aspen Waste Systems, Inc.
Pat McQuiston, Target Corporation
Jeffrey C. Steinke, RPA, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Amy J. Wimmer, Hines
Kevin Lewis, Executive Director
President’s MessageBy Jon Kuskie
Happy Holidays to all fellow BOMA members!
During this time of year it is certainly nice to reflect on everything we have to be thankful for, including all of the people we’ve connected with who make our lives so interesting. There are so many fellow BOMA members who make belonging to this organization such a wonderful experience that I would have to refer to our Membership Directory to be able to get all the names listed.
One group of very special “new” committee colleagues met recently to kick off the Energy and Environment Committee. New to our BOMA this year, this committee is comprised of people who are passionate about the great work being done by our member companies in the realm of sustainability; one of their important roles will be to stay alert to our industry’s interests in sustainability and energy trends here, across the country, and around the world.
The Committee is chaired by Julie Samuelson (Cushman & Wakefield NorthMarq). Joining
Julie on the committee are Jami Silus, RPA (Carlson Real Estate Company), Cam Gunderson, CCIM, CPM, LEED AP (Cushman & Wakefield NorthMarq), Mark Moehlenbrock, SMT (Able Engineering Services), and Mike Blomberg, SMA, SMT (Zeller Realty Group and President of our BOMA Engineers Association).
I am very grateful to the Energy and Environment Committee for launching what will surely be an informative and valuable addition to our Association!
I also want to thank each and every one of you for your contributions to our industries that serve our tenants and clients in a world-class manner each and every day.
THIS EVENT IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY NRG ENERGY CENTER!
Help Decide the Best of BOMANominate a Colleague for the B.O.B. Awards!Do you know of (or are you) an extraordinary property manager, engineer, young professional or Associate/Professional Member who should be recognized for being among the “Best of BOMA”?
Nominations are open for the 2013-14 Best of BOMA “BOB” Awards. This is an exciting opportunity to honor the best of our dedicated colleagues who help make our buildings great workspaces and functional assets for owners and our communities. Find the nomination forms at http://www.bomampls.org/boma/BOBNominations.aspx.
Awards will be offered to four categories: Property Manager of the Year, Engineer of the Year, Emerging Leader, and Associate/Professional Member of the Year. Watch your email for more information coming soon.GalaBest of BOMA
Thursday, February 13, 2014
BOMA Holiday PartyThursday, December 12 • 4:30 - 7:00 PM
Where: SEVEN Ultralounge700 Hennepin Avenue in downtown MinneapolisCost: $20/person. We are excited to welcome spouses/partners this year.REGISTER online at www.bomampls.org. If your spouse/partner would like to attend, please register using the FaxBack form available on the BOMA website. Cancellations must be received 24 hours in advance. Substitutions honored.
Thank you to our Best of BOMA Cornerstone Sponsors!
Gold Sponsors: Target Corporation, Zeller Realty Group, Kraus-Anderson, The 614 Company, and Cushman & Wakefield | NorthMarq
Silver Sponsors: Nelson Tietz & Hoye, Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Shorenstein Realty Services, and Harvard
Introducing the Nic on 5thNext summer, Minnesotans seeking a modern living space in downtown Minneapolis can set their sights high. The Nic on Fifth will be the first high-rise luxury apartment to join the Minneapolis skyline in nearly three decades as well as the first high-rise a p a r t m e n t project in the city designed to achieve L E E D certification.
The 26-story b u i l d i n g e m b o d i e s Opus’ commitment to making downtown a desirable destination for commerce, residents and visitors. With an extensive history in the residential sector, Opus’ professionals are no strangers to downtown Minneapolis; their experience also includes two of Minneapolis’ most successful high-rise condominiums, The Carlyle and Grant Park. The Nic on Fifth will help shape the character of Nicollet Mall and the central business district as the city seeks to expand its downtown population to 70,000 as a component of Minneapolis’ 2025 vision.
While the adage “location, location, location” still rings true, overwhelmingly tenants also are expressing a desire for a wide variety of amenities.
The Nic will have a 24/7 lobby attendant, outdoor roof terrace with pool and spa, a fitness center,
yoga studio, outdoor fire pit and grilling areas, club room with private entertainment kitchen, guest suites, and elegant condo-quality finishes. A pet and bike-friendly environment, the building also will
include an outdoor pet area as well as bike maintenance and storage rooms. For ultimate convenience, a restaurant, specialty retailers and other service providers will grace the ground and skyway levels. With 253 units, including 26 penthouses, The Nic on Fifth will showcase stunning views of the city skyline and river.
Situated adjacent to the 5th Street light-rail station, residents will enjoy the convenience of public transportation as well as skyway access to more than 26 million square feet of office space, shopping, restaurant, entertainment and theater options.
The Nic on Fifth’s future residents will spur additional retail and commerce, increasing foot-traffic downtown and helping to further revitalize Minneapolis’ urban core. t
Remembering John QuellhorstBOMA is sad to report that long-time BOMA member, friend and leader, John Quellhorst passed away in late October. John was one of the original members of the BOMA Superintendent’s A s s o c i a t i o n when it formed in 1994 and he served as its president for two separate terms. (In recent years the Superintendents Association has been renamed the Engineers Association.)
As a member for nearly 20 years, John served on both the Engineers Program Committee
and the Service P r o v i d e r s Council. He served as a building engineer to the Plymouth Building for 30 years and most recently worked as a Lead Engineer for Frauenshuh before retiring in 2012. John was
a faithful volunteer at many BOMA events, and will be greatly missed. t
Minneapolis City Election Results The final votes have been tallied and so it’s now official. We have a new Mayor for the first time in 12 years and seven new City Council Members who will take office on January 1st. I sent a congratulatory note on behalf of BOMA to incoming Mayor Betsy Hodges and her response was “Thank you so much, Kevin. I look forward to working with you, as well. We have a lot to accomplish together and I think we will be able to forge a great partnership.”
With such a large turnover in Minneapolis’s elected leadership, BOMA in tandem with The Downtown Council / DID, Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce and Meet Minneapolis, will be hosting an informal ‘Get to Know Us’ breakfast in early December. BOMA will be represented by our board of directors. We plan to distribute a marketing piece to all elected officials providing background information on our respective organizations, and plan to ask each of them to provide us with their vision of Minneapolis. A more advanced one-on-one session between BOMA and each official will ensue once they have taken office.
Commuter Choice Awards 2013On November 6, I attended the Commuter Choice Awards at the St. Anthony Main Event Center. Metro Transit and the region’s Transportation Management Organizations (TMOs) honored corporations, building owners, government entities, organizations and individuals who have worked to promote commuting alternatives to driving to work. There were a total of 38 nominees for their efforts to reduce congestion and greenhouse gases and for their initiatives for taking the bus, train, biking, carpooling, etc. I am pleased to report member companies of BOMA Greater Minneapolis were among the nominees.
In the Building Owners / Management Companies category, Cushman Wakefield NorthMarq / Normandale Lake Office Park, Bloomington was the winner. As a special incentive for tenants in their five buildings, CWNM purchased five bicycles as prizes for those tenants who participated in the Commuter Challenge. In addition, the property management company hosted a bicycle tune-up event prior to Twin Cities Bike/Walk to Work Day.
In the Individuals Category, Shawn Carriere from Target Corporate Real Estate promoted and helped develop, in conjunction with other Target bicyclists, a state-of-
the-art bike facility for Target Corp employees in downtown Minneapolis. Bike storage, showers and lockers were just some of the results from her efforts. Also, Target Corporation was one of thirteen entries in the Employers category.
We extend our congratulations to each of the nominees and we encourage other BOMA Greater Minneapolis members to consider becoming involved.
NAIOP’s Kaye Rakow to RetireAs many of you know by now, Kaye Rakow will be retiring as NAIOP’s director of public
policy at the end of December. Since 1996 (with the exception of a three year stint as President of the Twin West Chamber of Commerce) Kaye has lobbied on behalf of the commercial real estate community on several issues such as property taxes and fiscal disparities. Her knowledge, professionalism and watchdog approach has advanced many causes. Oftentimes, BOMA has coordinated efforts with Kaye to advocate on behalf of our members. I know Kent Warden would join me in offering our sincere gratitude and best wishes to Kaye in her future endeavors. t
Engineers Program CommitteePresident: Mike Blomberg, Zeller Realty GroupVice-President: Steve Briggs, Able EngineeringSecretary: Derek Rahm, Zeller Realty GroupProgram Comm Chair: Sean Peterson, HinesBruce Adams, LifetouchScott Armstead, CWNJim Beumer, CWNKathy Foldesi, Viking Electric SupplyChristine Hanson, Recycle TechnologiesKirk Hargrove, Frauenshuh, Inc.
Barb Jerhoff, Xcel EnergyTroy Kalafut, Ryan CompaniesDon Krook, Carlson Real EstateMark Moehlenbrock, Able EngineeringGeorge Myers, BrookfieldJeff Noack, Filtration SystemsJeff Polzin, Thrivent FinancialKurt Scepaniak, Horizon RoofingBruce Schuette, CWNTed Stearns, Thrivent FinancialChris Yelle, Egan Company
Beth Molitor, Ryan CompaniesNathan Reed, Shorenstein Realty ServicesChris Smith, CWNHerb Tousley, University of St. ThomasRay Vaughn, Carlson Real Estate Co.
Continued on next page.
Take pride in the organization we have collectively built.
Medical Buildings Special Interest GroupChair: Jerry Anderson, Escom PropertiesCo-Chair: Bill Zimmerman, CWNCynthia Hable, Schafer RichardsonTanya Hemphill, IRETPeggy Schatz, The Davis GroupMolly Tehle, IRET
Energy and Environment CommitteeChair: Julie Samuelson, CWNMike Blomberg, Zeller Realty GroupCam Gunderson, CWNMark Moehlenbrock, Able EngineeringJami Silus, Carlson Real Estate Company
Special Events CommitteeCo-Chair: Deb Kolar, Beacon Real Estate ServicesCo-Chair: Christy Speck, Columbia Bldg ServicesJuli Durant, Mission ConstructionChristian Fritzberg, Peoples Electric CompanyDeb Goodman, Frauenshuh Health Care REDan Herman, Fluid InteriorsChelsie Johnson, CBREDenise Mazone, University of MNAndy Morcomb, Jaytech Water MgmtDick Morris, Fraser Morris Electric Co.Michelle Nichols, Cassidy TurleySandra Schadegg, HarvardKatie Tufford, RMR
TOBY Awards CommitteeChair: Ted Campbell, Ryan CompaniesCo-Chair: David Ketcham, Reliable Property SrvcsMike Blomberg, Zeller Realty GroupBrenda Grams, CBREMike Hagen, The 614 CompanyKris Harris, CWNBruce Koehler, HinesDeb Kolar, Beacon Real Estate ServicesJeff Kreger, Zeller Realty GroupDon Krook, Carlson Real Estate Co.Pat McQuiston, Target CorporationRyan Moore, CWNDan O’Donnell, CWNJulie Samuelson, CWNBill Schouviller, CBREPaul Turner, Able EngineeringKurt Wilczek, Zeller Realty Group
Service Providers CouncilChair: Dan Miller, Voss LightingPat Haggerty, Marsden Bldg MaintenanceChristine Hanson, Recycle TechnologiesTom Harkins, Alexander’s Mobility ServicesTom Heuer, Aspen Waste SystemsJim Oelhafen, Low Voltage ContractorsCrystal Passi, PlantscapeJen Renkly, Ryan CompaniesNathan Spitz, Ingersoll-RandTom Tierney, Tierney BrothersRuss Van Beck, HinesLaura Windhurst, Standard Parking
Regular MembersMichelle Blessing, BI WorldwideMatt Dow, Ryan CompaniesEmily Alm, Ryan CompaniesRyan Koch, Ackerberg GroupJessica McLaughlin, City Center REMegan Nagorske, ColliersKari Kafehl Vesel, CBREBeth Shogren, U of M Dinnaken Housing
Pierre Willette, U of M Dinnaken HousingSummer Cline, U of M Dinnaken HousingAngie Opstad, Bayport PropertiesSarah Harris, U of M Dinnaken HousingKaren Harris, Colliers International
EngineersBruce Hanson, RMRTerry Kerska, Carlson REKelvin Rudnick, Ryan CompaniesChris Jacobs, Ryan CompaniesTim Lutz, Frauenshuh, Inc.
Gerald Klitz, Ryan CompaniesLuke Checkal, CWN
Professional MembersTom Mulvihill, bdh+youngMichael Koalska, Leo A DalyKyle Hardwick, Best & Flanagan
Since October 1, 2013, the following individuals have been welcomed into membership for the first time, joined a new company, or have come back to membership.Welcome
New Members!
Thank you! Take pride in the organization we have collectively built.
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Dave Burrill has been in the commercial real estate industry and active in BOMA for many years, but did you know that he also has some interesting hobbies and is quite the adventure-seeker? ………………………………….............
What keeps you excited about your job? The one thing about this job is that you keep meeting new people. Property managers are involved with so many facets of the
business that you get to meet tenants, vendors, construction, community leaders, politicians etc.
Who has had the greatest influence in your career? Both my Dad and Jim Ryan. They both stressed to treat the client well and be honest.
What helps you maintain a good work-life balance? I was told by a co-worker not to get so serious. Good advice during those difficult days. The experts are right, exercise does help.
What three things would you advise a young person to master? Be responsive, be proactive and build relationships with as many people as you can in the business. There are lots of ways at looking at things and having different people’s perspective helps.
What’s the best career advice you’ve received? To follow through. Your clients, co-workers etc. expect you to do what you say you will do.
Who persuaded you to join BOMA? That’s easy. John Kelly my former boss and former BOMA
president recommended joining BOMA and also belonging to as many different committees as you can. As usual he was right because it is a great networking opportunity.
Tell us about your BOMA committee involvement. I have been on numerous committees throughout my career. The Service Providers Council was the most fun. That group generally includes optimistic salespeople that get to plan big BOMA events like the Resource Fair. Fun group.
member in the spotlight...
BOMA members are interesting people! Periodically we include a short feature about a BOMA member.
Dave BurrillBy Tara SteinkrausCushman & Wakefield | NorthMarqMember of the Communications Committee
BOMA Greater Minneapolis • December 2013 • Page 11
What do you value most about your BOMA membership? BOMA is so well respected in the community. When an issue comes up, everyone wonders what is BOMA’s position. It’s great to have BOMA as support.
If you hadn’t chosen your current career path, what might you like to do instead? I am curious by nature. I like tearing things apart to see how they work. I probably would have been an engineer or something mechanically orientated.
Tell us something about yourself that might surprise your colleagues. I am a beekeeper and have been doing that for over 20 years. I found out the hard way I was allergic to bees about 10 years ago but I enjoyed the hobby
so much I took shots to get over it. They are fascinating and are one of those hobbies that you keep you learning. It still can get intimidating when you are harvesting honey.
The 30,000 bees in each hive are not your best friends at that moment.
Where was your favorite vacation? I was lucky enough to spend a month in New Zealand and Australia. Both beautiful places but I think New Zealand is the crazier of the two. They have the world’s highest swing there, which I rode. They drop you over 200 feet and then swing you over 1000 feet. Do you do any volunteer work? I have two great sons. Now that they are in their 20’s I miss the interaction with them. I spend time tutoring kids from low income households at both the grade school down the street from work and also a church in Nordeast. Great fun and they really enjoy the attention they get. I also have a good friend with MS so I participate or contribute to several MS events.
What are your hobbies? Besides beekeeping I shoot trap and skeet
during the summer. I restored a ‘65 Mini Cooper along with a ‘76 BMW motorcycle and am looking forward to the next project. Anything outdoors such as hunting or cycling is where I spend my time.
Tell us a bit about your family. I have been married for over 31 years and have two sons. My youngest is going to college and working. My oldest lives in New York City and does graphic design for a large children’s book company. …………………………...................
Do you have an interesting hobby or experience to share? Or know of an interesting member to feature? Send an email to [email protected] to nominate someone for our next edition. t
Member in the Spotlight: Dave BurrillContinued from previous page.
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December4 Engineers Association Meeting12 Board of Directors Meeting12 Holiday Party24-25 Holiday - BOMA Office Closed
January1 Holiday - BOMA Office Closed8 Engineers Association Meeting9 Board of Directors Meeting16 General Meeting
February5 Engineers Association Meeting13 Best of BOMA Gala17 Holiday - BOMA Office Closed20 Board of Directors Meeting
DECEMBER ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION MEETING
This meeting is generously sponsored by:
Energy Efficiency for Commercial Buildings - Natural GasWednesday, December 4. See the BOMA website for complete information.
JANUARY ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION MEETINGLED is Here to StayWith market adoption rates pushing out incumbent technologies, where is it appropriate to install LED? This program will explore relevant applications through case studies of the past ten years in the Twin Cities and around the US. We will go beyond “Return on Investment” and demonstrate how LED is creating benefits to spatial identity, sense of place, and user comfort. Our speaker will present a forecast of market trends on how LED will continue to shape the building environment.
Wednesday, January 811:30 Sign-in and lunch; 12:00 - 1:00 PM Program
WHERE: Crowne Plaza Northstar Hotel; 618 2nd Ave in downtown Minneapolis
COST: Members:$45 ($35 if you register by noon on Friday, January 3.) Nonmembers: $50. Same day registration (if available): Members $50, Nonmembers: $60.
REGISTER online at www.bomampls.org or by sending an email to [email protected]. Cancellations must be recieved 24 hours in advance. Substitutions honored.
