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Monday through Thursday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS | |
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May 5, 2011
Parade of Homes Builder Meeting 6:00 pm
May 6, 2011
Continuing Competency for Licensed Builders
9:00 am to Noon or
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
May 9, 2011
General Membership Meeting
Northwoods Paint & Supply
4:30 - 8:00 pm
RSVP
May 10, 2011
Green Build Grand Traverse Committee Meeting 11:30 am
May 12, 2011
Public Relations Committee 8:00 am
May 17, 2011
Membership Committee Meeting 8:30 am
Parade of Homes Non-Profit Meeting 6:00 pm
May 18, 2011
Continuing Competency for Licensed Builders
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
May 19, 2011
Parade of Homes Committee
8:00 am
May 20, 2011
Fall Protection Safety Seminar
8:00 am to 10:00 am
Budget Committee 12:00-2:00 pm
May 22, 2011
NMC BBQ
May 24, 2011
Protecting the Construction Site - Wastewater System Components
Webinar 8:00-10:00 am
May 25, 2011
Board of Directors Meeting
7:30 am
May 26, 2011
Cook-Out & Codes
10:00 am -1:30 pm
May 30, 2011
Memorial Day - Office Closed |
SAVE THE DATES
PARADE OF HOMES AND DEVELOPMENTS
June 18th to 26th
SHOWCASE OF REMODELED HOMES TOUR
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ALL MICHIGAN CONTRACTORS MUST COMPLETE COMPETENCY TRAINING BY MAY 31st
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Michigan state law requires that all contractors complete at least 3 hours of continuing competency training by May 31st in order to renew their license. The training deadline is quickly approaching and the courses are vital for license renewal. Local Home Builders Associations across the state are offering continuing competency courses to ensure all contractors are able to renew their licenses. The best learning opportunity is to attend one of these in person sessions. However, if you are unable to attend in person an online tool for completing this training will be available for a few short weeks prior to the deadline.
The Michigan Association of Home Builders (MAHB) has teamed up with the Michigan Propane Gas Association to present an easy to use resource to complete continuing competency training online at www.buildingmichigan.org. Participants can watch three podcasts and can print off a certification of completion at the conclusion of the videos. This documentation must be kept on file (in case of an audit) by the participant.
There is no grace period for completing this training. If you are audited and it is determined that you have not completed your continuing competency training by May 31st, you may be required to complete 60-hours of pre-licensure training before re-establishing your license.
For a complete list of courses provided by local Home Builders Associations, information regarding online training and exactly what competency requirements are needed, visit www.buildingmichigan.org. |
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HAWK HOLLOW TO HOST FOH GOLF
"Spring has sprung and it's time to dust off those golf clubs" says, MAHB Political Affairs Director, Dawn Crandall. The 10th annual Friends of Housing Golf Outing in Lansing is scheduled for Monday, June 20th. The early bird rate is $99 per golfer. The proceeds, she notes, go to "support those legislators who are taking the tough votes needed to turn Michigan around." For more information or to register, email Dawn Crandall or call 517-646-2567.
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SUMMER CONVENTION ON ISLAND | |
MAHB's Summer Convention will be held at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island July 20-22nd. This year's focus according to the Convention Planning Committee is on "family, fun and association business". The organizers have developed a family-friendly program that includes free time to enjoy some of the island's special attractions.
For more information, or to register, go to www.buildingmichigan.org and click on the Events button. The Convention information and registration forms are also in the Spring issue of Michigan Builder magazine which was mailed in March. Additional copies are available at the HBA office.
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ENERGY VALUE HOUSING AWARD COMPETITION
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EVAH is a national awards program created by the U.S. Department of Energy, administered by the NAHB Research Center, the National Renewable Energy Lab, and the Building America Program This judged competition seeks entries from builders and contractors who are striving to reach new levels of energy efficiency in their projects and value the recognition of being one of the most progressive contractors in the country. The EVHA provides independent, unbiased analysis of building techniques, materials, business practices, and customer service. Past winners have reported huge increases in business as a result of earning one of the coveted awards.
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COLLECTION AND PROCESSING OF ELECTRONICS WASTE FORUM MAY 20th
The Northwest Michigan Council of Governments' Solid Waste Advisory Committee, with members from the 10 county region of Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, and Wexford Counties would like to invite local governments, businesses, organizations and citizens to a Collecting and Processing Electronics Waste Forum.
The Forum will feature Matt Flechter, MI Department Environmental Waste Division who will share information on the Michigan electronics waste legislation. Four other local providers will inform the group about their specific electronic recycling programs.
Please attend this free forum on Friday, May 20th at 1:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at MI Works! Office located at 1209 S. Garfield Road (between Carver Street and South Airport Road,Traverse City). No registration necessary.
For more information, contact Patty O'Donnell, Regional Planner; Northwest Michigan Council of Governments at (231) 929-5039 or via email at pattyodonnell@nwm.cog.mi.us. |
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Greetings!
Last Chance for a Free Meal!
I figured that would get somebody's attention . . . but in reality, this is only a fraction of what we have "cookin'" for Monday evening, May 9th. We hope that everyone will take an opportunity to join us for the last General Membership before fall. Our gracious host, Tom Bischoff of Northwood Paint & Supply will be providing the venue, food and forum that evening.
Northwood Paint & Supply is located at 1299 S. Airport Road, across the street from Family Video which is adjacent to the Cherryland Mall. We've been reminded that parking may be a slight challenge for those arriving later. Therefore, please consider parking in the strip mall west of the store or across the street in the parking lots near the video store or Sears.
The Builder Forum featuring new Pittsburgh Paint products will begin at 4:30 p.m. Networking will commence around 5 p.m. A new member orientation will be held at 5:30 p.m. that night. At 6 p.m., we will move to the spacious upper level conference room. There we will honor and celebrate the accomplishments of some very special people. Bud Hierlihy, 1972 HBA President, will be awarded a Lifetime Honorary Membership in our local association. Two special students will be awarded $3000 in HBA scholarships. And seven deserving members will be awarded national Green Building Awards.
Please join us and don't forget to register by clicking here.
Together We Are Building a Stronger Association!
Kathy Maisonville
Executive Officer
Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area, Inc.
3040 Sunset Lane
Traverse City, MI 49684
p: 231.946.2305
f: 231.946.1051
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THE CODE BOOKS ARE COMING...
 As a member service, your association continues to provide discounted MRC 2009 Code Books. Already we have distributed 253 of these to our members, area contractors, code officials, and seminar attendees. We are presently out of these - (again!) but 50 more are due to be received in our office any day now. If you do not have your 2009 MRC, as required by your license renewal application, you can obtain an order form here. Pre-payment is required to ensure a copy is reserved for you. Forms are also available in the HBA office located at 3040 Sunset Lane, Traverse City. The cost is $85 for members and $105 for non-members. | | |
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TWO FALL PROTECTION SEMINARS SLATED | |
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 On June 16th, the new Fall Protection legislation goes into effect. To help you better understand your obligations, our HBA intends to host two separate Fall Protection Seminars, on May 20th and again on June 30th at the HBA office. The course is free to HBA members and $15 for non-members. A registration form is available at here.
And to further clarify, please read the email from Lee below . . Please don't shoot the messenger!
I know that some of our members are quite frustrated and upset at the new fall protection rules and that, on rare occasions, that emotion could spill over into the tone of the questions they ask of the presenters at the fall protection seminars.
I'd ask you to please remind the attendees at the seminars that neither MIOHSA or the MAHB are responsible for these rules. The NAHB asked OHSA to revise these rules and we here in Michigan are stuck with what happened at the federal level. The MIOHSA CET staffers putting on these seminars are there to try and help the members and, even though they may not have all the answers, they're not the ones to be mad at.
Lee Schwartz
Executive Vice President for Government Relations
Michigan Association of Home Builders
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WANT TO COME "CLUBBING"? | |
 "Swing" on by and join us for a "Par-Tee" June 3rd. Our annual golf outing will be held at Lochenheath Golf Course, beginning with a shotgun start at 10 a.m.
There are a limited number of foursomes who can participate. We "Wood" also like raffle and goodie bag donations. Hole sponsorships are still available. If you have questions, call or email Kerry at kerry@hbagta.com / 231-946-2305.
GOLF REGISTRATION FORM
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CONTRACTORS MUST COMPLETE COMPETENCY TRAINING BY MAY 31, 2011 | |
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Michigan state law requires that all contractors complete at least 3 hours of continuing competency training by May 31st in order to renew their license. The training deadline is quickly approaching and the courses are vital for license renewal. Our HBA is offering three more sections of Continuing Competency courses on May 6th from 9 a.m. until noon and 1-4 p.m. and on May 18th from 6-9 p.m. There are a few openings available. To register: www.hbagta.com or stop by the office to pick up a registration form. The class fee is $59 for members and $99 for non-members. |
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2011 PARADE OF HOMES LINE UP ESTABLISHED
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 Our annual summer showcase now boasts 17 entries with 16 homes and 1 development on the roster. The Parade homes are located from the tip of Leelanau County to south of Frankfort, and from Beulah to Mayfield. However, it is going to be well worth the long drive. These fabulous homes range in fair market value from $135,000 to $950,000 for the structure only, not including the property upon which they sit. Participating Parade builders are Bay Area Contracting, Calybr Homes, Durango Homes, Expert Handyman, LLC, Lakeshore Custom Homes, Mayberry Homes, Pathway Homes, Socks Construction and Silverwood Enterprises.
The ticket outlets have also been confirmed. Tickets will be available around June 6th. Parade participants, however, may buy Parade ticket vouchers online through the HBA website prior to that date. That voucher may be redeemed at any Parade home. Tickets may be purchased for $10 in advance of the Parade, or for $12 after June 18th at the following locations:
Brown Lumber, Floor Covering Brokers, Pure Water Works, Twin Bay Glass, the Traverse Area Association of Realtors, Traverse City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Oleson's Food Stores and all TBA Credit Union locations.
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"DO BUSINESS WITH A MEMBER"
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CHECK THE HBAGTA WEBSITE BEFORE YOU MAKE A PURCHASE to take advantage of the Member Discounts that are available to you! We now boast 17 participants that are offering discounts to our members and it's never too late to get involved!
If you would like to offer a free or discounted service or product to your HBA colleagues, please complete the application you received in the mail or print another one here. You may mail it or fax it to the HBA office. There is no charge for this opportunity.
To take advantage of these discounts simply show your current HBAGTA Membership Card to the provider at the time of purchase. |
ANOTHER COOK-OUT AND CODES | | |
 Roger Papineau., our legendary Code Guru is hosting another Cook-Out and Codes class on Thursday, May 26th at the HBA office. For contractors who are feeling overwhelmed by all the changes inherent in the 2009 MRC, this seminar promises to answer many of your questions. In addition, this course qualifies for Continuing Competency under the Codes requirement. The course is available to members for $59 and non-members for $99. You may obtain a registration form at www.hbagta.com or pick up a form in the HBA office. The deadline to register is May 24th.
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WINDOW ON A NEW WORLD
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 Many in our community are aware of Paperworks Studio, a Goodwill program putting alternately-abled people to work in our region. Margaret Alexander, Director, is looking for some assistance from our HBA contractors. Her studio needs slider windows that have been discarded by contractors during building, demolition, renovation or remodel. These will be utilized to dry the paper and cards made by the "artists". The preferable window size is 39" x 75". This worthy and fabulous program is growing. If you're not aware of what they offer, check this out: Video of Paperworks Studio. If you have a donation, please contact Margaret at 995-7757 or email her at margareta@goodwillmi.org.
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NMC BBQ | |
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HBA members are stepping up to the plate again this year . . . and they will be dishing it out during the 56th annual NMC barbecue scheduled for Sunday, May 22nd. This has become a tradition with the GBGT Committee which has hosted a serving line for the last five years. Tickets for this year's barbecue are still only $5 in advance and may be purchased online at www.nmc.edu/bbq or by calling 995-1020. The NMC Barbecue remains an enduring community tradition and helps provide needed funds for students and college programs. |
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PROTECTING YOUR CONSTRUCTION SITE SEMINAR
MAY 24th | | |
Non-Profit Community Partner, WasteWater Education, and the Health Departments of Northwest Michigan, Benzie-Leelanau, and Grand Traverse County along with the HBAGTA are partnering to provide an interactive distance learning seminar, "Protecting the Construction Site- Wastewater System Components." The seminar will be presented on Tuesday, May 24th from 8-10 a.m.
Dendra Best, Executive Director of WasteWater Education noted that within "any new construction or renovation project, due care and diligence is vital to protect. . . onsite wastewater system components. . . . ". This class will cover the physical, biological and chemical media as well as provide an overview of best practices to protect construction site soils, system components and employees. In addition, local regulatory perspectives, site review procedures, permits and reporting requirements will be detailed.
The cost for the online seminar is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. Registration is available on the HBAGTA website. |
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS SELECTED | |
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Congratulations to Samantha Stark, daughter of HBA Board Secretary, B.J. Stark for being selected as the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation/HBA Scholarship recipient for 2011. Samantha will receive $2500 to attend Michigan State this fall. She intends to pursue a degree in Construction Management.
Also, Sarah Kuhlman, a student of NMC instructor/HBA member Devin Hill, was named the NMC's "Home-in-a-Day" recipient. Ms. Kuhlman will receive $500 to assist her in completing her ASA and Carpentry Certificate program at NMC.
Both young women will be recognized at the General Membership Meeting this Monday, May 9th. The meeting will be held at Northwood Paint & Supply located at 1299 S. Airport Road, Traverse City. (The store is located across the street from Family Video adjacent to Cherryland Mall.)
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REMODELING OUTLOOK WEBINAR OFFERED BY NAHB MAY 26th 2:00-3:00 PM | | |
David Crowe, NAHB chief economist, and Kermit Baker, director of the Remodeling Futures Program at Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies, present the latest forecast for the remodeling market and answer questions on how to maximize remodeling market opportunities.
Help remodelers to adapt their business for the changing remodeling market, such as shifting demographics, growing niche markets, and increasing consumer interest in home remodeling.
Learning outcomes:
- To understand current remodeling trends and how they can be applied to individual markets.
- To understand how changing homeowner demographics affect the remodeling market.
- To gain a better understanding of how energy retrofit activities and aging-in-place remodeling can provide increased business opportunities for remodelers.
- Answer questions about the remodeling market.
This webinar is worth one hour of CEU credit.
Cost: Council Members $19.95, NAHB Members $24.95, Non-members $44.95.
Register now for the Remodeling Outlook Webinar at www.nahb.org/remodelingoutlook. For more information, please contact NAHB Remodelers at remodel@nahb.org. |
THE CLIFF NOTES VERSION OF THE ECONOMY | |
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Our association recently received a personal invitation from Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., Senior Economist of Housing Policy Research to join him on Facebook. Kathy, Maisonville, our EO knows him personally and has conversed with him numerous times about sharing his expertise with our members. Currently he writes a daily blog on the economy that is very succinct - only 70 words by his report. This "conversation" is about the economy in general, and not specifically about housing. However, if you'd like to join the conversation or "friend" him, please go to: facebook.com/elliott.eisenberg. Once on the site, just click on the "Add as a Friend" button.
Dr. Eisenberg has also graciously offered to come to Traverse City this fall. We are looking forward to finalizing arrangements with him this summer. |
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